Chicago Fire FC suffered a 2-1 loss to New York City FC in their MLS matchup on July 25, 2026. The Fire struggled to find their footing in the second half, allowing NYCFC to take the lead. The loss marks the Fire's third consecutive defeat in the league. Chicago Fire FC will look to bounce back in their next matchup against a struggling team. The Fire's defense has been a major concern, allowing multiple goals in each of their last three games. Chicago Fire FC's offense has also struggled to find consistency, scoring just one goal in their last two games. The team will need to find a way to balance their offense and defense if they hope to turn their season around.