DC United 1-3 Chicago Fire: Result, 14 May 2026
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Final Result
DCUnited
1 : 3
[1-0]
ChicagoFire
- 41'T. Baribo
- 19'D. D'Avilla
- 48'J. Bamba
- 62'R. LodP. Zinckernagel
- 71'H. Cuypers
- 75'J. Elliott
- 87'M. Haile-Selassie
- 89'J. Dean
- +1 more
Match details
Substitutions
- 62'P. Dithejane↔J. BambaChicago Fire
- 63'M. Haile-Selassie↔R. LodChicago Fire
- 64'J. Stroud↔T. BariboDC United
- 87'J. Murrell↔J. HopkinsDC United
- 90+4'C. Mueller↔P. ZinckernagelChicago Fire
- 90+4'J. Shokalook↔H. CuypersChicago Fire
Match Feed
Injury Report
United
T. Baribo(International duty)
G. Segal(Leg Injury)
L. Munteanu(International duty)
M. Peltola(International duty)
Fire
R. Lewandowski(International duty)
R. Lod(International duty)
A. Franco(Knee Injury)
A. Mekvabishvili(International duty)
S. Rogers(Lower-Body Injury)
N. Allen(International duty)
Player Statistics
DC United
Lucas Bartlett
Top scorer · 3
Keisuke Kurokawa
Top assists · 5
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Johnson | 2250 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Keisuke Kurokawa | 2238 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 | 5 | 0 |
| Lucas Bartlett © | 2157 | 3 | 0 | 17 | 8 | 25 | 5 | 0 |
| Silvan Hefti | 1905 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 61 | 6 | 1 |
| Peglow | 1870 | 1 | 4 | 25 | 7 | 61 | 7 | 0 |
| Brandon Servania | 1841 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 7 | 60 | 2 | 0 |
| Kye Rowles | 1700 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 34 | 3 | 0 |
| Jackson Hopkins | 1675 | 2 | 1 | 24 | 17 | 34 | 4 | 0 |
| Andre Dozzell | 885 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Kimito Nono | 583 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Jared Stroud | 492 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Nikola Markovic | 388 | 0 | 1 | 2 | - | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Sean Nealis | 310 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Hosei Kijima | 152 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Chicago Fire
Maren Haile-Selassie
Top scorer · 8
Philip Zinckernagel
Top assists · 7
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Brady | 2160 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| Philip Zinckernagel © | 1867 | 5 | 7 | 40 | 21 | 40 | 4 | 0 |
| Jack Elliott © | 1840 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 20 | 5 | 0 |
| Maren Haile-Selassie | 1727 | 8 | 4 | 31 | 19 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| Anton Jonsson Saletros © | 1685 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 27 | 3 | 0 |
| Dje D'Avilla | 1654 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 28 | 6 | 0 |
| Andrew Gutman | 1451 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 24 | 3 | 0 |
| Jonathan Dean | 1400 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 31 | 2 | 1 |
| Jonathan Bamba | 1091 | 2 | 2 | 22 | 11 | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| Mauricio Pineda | 629 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Sam Rogers | 450 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Sergio Oregel | 251 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Chris Mueller | 93 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Johan Gomez | 76 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| David Poreba | 61 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Head to Head
DC United
0
Draws
3
3 played
Chicago Fire
0
0%0%
Previous Meetings
13.05.2026MLS
D.C. United
1 - 3
Chicago15.03.2026MLS
Chicago
1 - 2
D.C. United07.06.2025MLS
D.C. United
1 - 7
ChicagoFinal Result
DCUnited
1 : 3
[1-0]
ChicagoFire
- 41'T. Baribo
- 19'D. D'Avilla
- 48'J. Bamba
- 62'R. LodP. Zinckernagel
- 71'H. Cuypers
- 75'J. Elliott
- 87'M. Haile-Selassie
- 89'J. Dean
- +1 more
Match details
Substitutions
- 62'P. Dithejane↔J. BambaChicago Fire
- 63'M. Haile-Selassie↔R. LodChicago Fire
- 64'J. Stroud↔T. BariboDC United
- 87'J. Murrell↔J. HopkinsDC United
- 90+4'C. Mueller↔P. ZinckernagelChicago Fire
- 90+4'J. Shokalook↔H. CuypersChicago Fire
Contents
Our Prediction
Model outputs suggest a DC United win with a 48% probability. Over 2.5 goals is likely (55%) given both teams' recent defensive metrics. A 2-1 victory for the home side is the modal scoreline prediction.
Top scorelines2-1
Match Facts
- Competition
- USA
- Date
- Thu 14 May
- Kick-off
- 00:30
- Stadium
- Audi Field, Washington, District of Columbia
- Capacity
- 20,621
Match Preview
DC United faces Chicago Fire at Audi Field in a mid-week encounter that carries heavy weight for playoff aspirations. DC United has transitioned into a high-press model under their current coaching staff, aiming to disrupt opponents in their own defensive third. Chicago Fire, conversely, has struggled with defensive consistency, often conceding late in matches due to lapses in structural discipline. Data analytics highlight DC United's prowess in aerial duels and set-piece creation, whereas Chicago's strength lies in their ability to transition quickly through a creative central playmaker. The tactical battle in the middle of the park will be the primary driver of the expected goal flow.
Expect an open game with plenty of chances. DC United's pressing intensity will meet Chicago's attempt at disciplined counter-attacking football.
DC United leads the league in successful aerial duels.Chicago Fire has failed to keep a clean sheet in 6 away matches.The average total match goals for this fixture is 2.8.DC United earns an average of 5.8 corners per home game.
DC United's attacking xG has seen a steady rise, though their conversion rate remains below the league average. Their defense is physical but prone to cards. Chicago Fire possesses individual brilliance in attack but lacks defensive cohesion, resulting in a high number of goals conceded from crosses. Chicago's road form has been lackluster, primarily due to their inability to maintain possession under high pressure. If Chicago can weather the initial press, their chances of scoring increase significantly in the second half.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: DC United's 4-2-2-2 narrow press restricts central passing.Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Chicago Fire's center-backs are vulnerable to pace over the top.High-Impact Substitution Patterns: DC United frequently uses triple-subs at the hour mark to maintain pressing intensity.
Injuries & Doubts
DC United
T. Baribo
International duty
G. Segal
Leg Injury
L. Munteanu
International duty
M. Peltola
International duty
Chicago Fire
R. Lewandowski
International duty
R. Lod
International duty
A. Franco
Knee Injury
A. Mekvabishvili
International duty
S. Rogers
Lower-Body Injury
N. Allen
International duty
Form and Head to Head
DC United: D L W L DChicago Fire: L L D W L
Recent history favors DC United at Audi Field, with the home side unbeaten in their last 3 encounters. Goal-heavy fixtures are a trend here.
Key Stats
Expected Goals (xG): 1.74 vs 1.32Goals per Match: 1.2 vs 1.0Shots per Game: 15 vs 11
Cards and Corners
StatDC UnitedChicago Fire
Yellow Cards
3
2
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
6
4
A high card count is expected due to the physical nature of both teams' defensive styles. DC United should dominate the corner statistics.
Verdict
DC United's pressing dominance should be the deciding factor. If they can convert their high xG, a comfortable home win is likely. Key takeaway: Pressing efficiency is paramount.
FAQ
Will DC United win against Chicago?+
DC United is the favorite with a 48% win probability.
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