Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | MLS 2025

The Herons dropped two crucial points in their last game.

The league phase of the 2025 MLS season is nearing its end, and Inter Miami are chasing the glory of winning yet another Supporters’ Shield. They will play their 31st game of the season against the Chicago Fire, and it will be a must-win game for them. They lost two crucial points against Toronto FC in their last outing (1-1 draw) and cannot afford any more slip-ups.

Chicago Fire FC, on the other hand, are currently placed in the ninth spot in the Eastern Conference of Major League Soccer. They are coming into this game after registering a convincing 2-0 win over the Columbus Crew. Chicago Fire FC will aim for a top-seven finish and pose a significant threat to Miami’s trophy charge.

Kickoff:

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Stadium: Chase Stadium

Date and Kickoff time: Oct 1 – 05:00 am; Sep 30 – 11:30 pm GMT; 04:30 pm PT; 07:30 pm ET

Referee: Not decided

VAR: In Use

Form:

Inter Miami: D-W-W-W-L

Chicago Fire FC: W-W-L-W-L

Players to watch out for:

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The Argentine maestro is arguably the greatest player in the history of football. Despite being 38, his technical brilliance and change of pace are still top-notch. Messi is currently the top goalscorer of the MLS. A massive performance will be needed from him against Chicago Fire FC.

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago Fire  FC)

The Danish winger is one of the most lethal forwards of the Chicago Fire. He is very versatile and can operate on both wings, which makes him very dynamic. He is having a great season in front of the goal. The player has registered 14 goals and seven assists in 29 appearances.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 0-0 draw.
• Inter Miami played a 1-1 draw against Toronto FC in their last game.
• Chicago Fire FC won 2-0 against the Columbus Crew in their last game.

Final del partido en Toronto. 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/zPLPuxUe6x

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) September 27, 2025

Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire FC: Betting tips and odds:

• Tip 1: Inter Miami to win – 1.77 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.51 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.66 by 1XBET

Injury and Team News:

David Ruíz and Fafà Picault will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Chicago Fire FC, on the other hand, will be without the likes of David Poreba, Chris Mueller, and Rominigue Kouamé for their clash against Inter Miami.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 9

Inter Miami won: 3

Chicago Fire FC: 4

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups:

Inter Miami (4-4-1-1)

Ustari(GK); Alba, Allen, Falcón, Fray; Rodríguez, Busquets, De Paul, Allende; Messi; Suárez

Chicago Fire FC (3-4-3)

Brady(GK); Elliott, Waterman, Rogers; Gutman, D’Avilla, Franco, Barroso; Bamba, Zinckernagel, Cuypers

Match Prediction:

Inter Miami are expected to clinch all three points against the Chicago Fire in their upcoming clash.

Prediction: Inter Miami 2-1 Chicago Fire FC

Telecast details:

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