Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | MLS 2024

The Men in Red seek to pull off an upset with a win over the Herons in the upcoming fixture.

Chicago Fire FC are set to face Inter Miami CF in their upcoming Major League Soccer (MLS) fixture at Soldier Field Stadium in Chicago, Illinois. This clash promises to be a highly anticipated encounter as both teams look to make an impact in the league. Chicago Fire will be aiming to leverage the home advantage and secure a crucial victory, while Inter Miami will be determined to put on a strong performance and capitalize on their opportunities. The match is expected to offer an exciting display of football as both sides vie for important points in the MLS season.

Chicago Fire FC are currently positioned just above Nashville SC and D.C. United in the Eastern Conference standings. They will be aiming to secure a crucial victory against the table-toppers who are striving to maintain their lead at the summit of the MLS Eastern Conference. Chicago Fire’s recent form has been lacklustre, with losses in both their League Cup group stage fixtures against Sporting KC and St. Louis City SC.

Their most recent MLS encounter ended in a 2-2 draw against New York City FC. As they prepare to face the Herons, the team will be keen to improve their performance and prevent the opposition team from causing significant damage. A win against Inter Miami would be pivotal for Chicago Fire’s push to up the standings and to regain their momentum.

Inter Miami currently sit atop the Eastern Conference table in Major League Soccer, having amassed 56 points from 26 matches. Their prime objective is to solidify their position at the summit with a victory over Chicago Fire. Despite their stellar league performance, Inter Miami experienced disappointment by failing to advance to the League Cup finals.

Their ambitions ended with a 3-2 defeat to Columbus Crew in the Round of 16. However, they bounced back with a hard-fought win against Cincinnati, even with a player down. As they prepare for their upcoming fixture against Chicago Fire, Inter Miami aim to maintain their top position with a crucial win.

Kick-Off: 

Sunday, 1 September 2024 at 6:00 AM IST

Location: Soccer Field, Chicago, USA

Form: 

Chicago Fire (in all competitions): D-L-L-L-W

Inter Miami (in all competitions): W-L-W-L-W

Players to watch :

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago Fire)

Hugo Cuypers, the Belgian centre-forward, began his career with Standard Liège, making a single appearance for the club. He then moved to Olympiacos, where he had ten appearances and scored once. A loan spell at Ajaccio followed before he joined Gent. Cuypers recently signed with the Chicago Fire, where he has made 26 appearances and netted 10 goals.

His contributions also extend to the Belgium U-19 squad, where he earned three caps and scored once. Cuypers will be a pivotal player for Chicago Fire as they aim to secure a significant victory against the table-toppers, Inter Miami.

Sergio Busquets (Inter Miami)

Sergio Busquets, the esteemed Catalonian defensive midfielder, is widely recognized among the elite footballers to have graced European competitions. His career, marked by unwavering loyalty, has seen him play solely for two clubs: FC Barcelona and Inter Miami CF. Busquets began his journey with Barcelona’s second team.

His distinguished career in Spain spanned more than 15 years, accumulating over 481 appearances and 11 goals for the Blaugrana. His dedication to Barcelona was profound before he transitioned to Inter Miami CF in 2023. At his new club, Busquets has made 35 appearances and scored once, continuing to showcase his exceptional ability in midfield. His presence remains a critical asset, ensuring that Inter Miami’s midfield retains its strength and resilience, contributing significantly to the team’s overall performance.

Match facts

• The Herons won three games in their last five matches.
• Chicago have won one of their last five matches.
• Miami are coming after a win over Cincinnati.

Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Inter Miami to win the match
• Tip 2 – Luis Suarez to score first
• Tip 3 – Chicago 0-3 Inter Miami

Injury and team news

Miami’s list of absentees include Nicolas Freire and Lionel Messi.

Chicago are set to miss the presence of Chase Gasper and Fabian Herbers due to injury concerns in this MLS fixture.

Head-to-head record

Total matches – 7

Chicago Fire won – 4

Inter Miami won – 2

Matches drawn – 1

Predicted lineup

Chicago Fire predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Brady (GK); Souquet, Teran, Czichos; Arigoni, Acosta, Gimenez, Gutman; Haile, Cuypers, Gutierrez

Inter Miami predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Callender (GK); Avilezs, Busquets, Martinez; Weigandt, Bright, Redondo, Alba; Rojas, Suarez, Gomes

Match prediction for Chicago Fire vs Inter Miami

Looking at the current form of both teams, it seems only a miracle could save Chicago from the jaws of a humiliating defeat against table toppers.

Prediction: Chicago Fire 0-3 Inter Miami

Telecast for Chicago vs Miami

All MLS 2024 matches are telecasted on Apple TV worldwide

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