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by Erik Gibbs in Major League Soccer Picks
In an upcoming Major League Soccer showdown, Chicago Fire is set to host Nashville SC at Toyota Park on Saturday. This fixture, part of Matchday 18 in the MLS 2025 season, promises to be a compelling contest as both teams strive to solidify their playoff aspirations. Chicago comes into the game riding a wave of momentum, having picked up four wins in their last six league appearances. Nashville, however, has been a tougher team to beat lately, recording a 50% draw rate in their last six matches—a sign of both resilience and untapped attacking potential.
The Eastern Conference is beginning to take shape, but aside from a commanding Philadelphia side at the summit, much remains undecided. Teams like FC Cincinnati, Inter Miami, and Nashville are pushing forward with consistency, leaving clubs like Chicago Fire battling to stay within reach of the playoff spots.
While Chicago has shown flashes of promise this season, consistency remains their Achilles' heel. Despite not stringing together consecutive wins frequently, the Fire sit in ninth place on the table—a testament to their attacking capabilities and tenacity. Their current tally stands at seven wins, four draws, and five losses, with an encouraging 35 goals scored but a worrying 29 conceded. These numbers highlight a potent offensive setup, but the defense has left much to be desired, often putting pressure on the attack to carry the team through.
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Chicago Fire vs Nashville SC Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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4
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29 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
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10
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25 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
Chicago Fire and Nashville SC Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 7, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 31, 2025 - Major League Soccer
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May 20, 2025 - US Open Cup
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 10, 2025 - Major League Soccer
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 10, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 7, 2025 - US Open Cup
May 3, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 19, 2025 - Major League Soccer
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Mar 29, 2025 - Major League Soccer
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 7, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 31, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 25, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 20, 2025 - US Open Cup
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 26, 2025 - Major League Soccer
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 31, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 28, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 21, 2025 - US Open Cup
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 14, 2025 - Major League Soccer
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 31, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 14, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 10, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 6, 2025 - US Open Cup
Apr 26, 2025 - Major League Soccer
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 28, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 21, 2025 - US Open Cup
May 3, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 19, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 5, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Chicago Fire against Nashville SC : Head to Head (H2H)
20 %
0 %
80 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Apr 26, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Oct 19, 2024 - Major League Soccer
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May 6, 2023 - Major League Soccer
Nashville SC v Chicago Fire last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
C. Teran
MidfielderD. Poreba
ForwardC. Mueller
J. Gaines
T. Washington
ForwardT. Boyd
M. Ekk
Most goals and assists
Chicago Fire
Nashville SC
H. Cuypers
(10 Goals)
S. Surridge
(11 Goals)
P. Zinckernagel
(6 Assists)
A. Najar
(4 Assists)
, 
H. Mukhtar
(4 Assists)
Chicago Fire - Nashville SC Key Points
- Nashville SC are 4-2 in their last 6 games vs. the Fire across all leagues
- Nashville SC are unbeaten in their last 8 MLS games
- There have been 2.5+ goals in the Fire's last 5 MLS games
- There have been 2.5+ goals in Nashville's last 3 MLS games
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Our Chicago Fire vs Nashville SC Prediction
Chicago enters this match buoyed by back-to-back emphatic wins—first dispatching Orlando City 3-1 and then demolishing D.C. United 7-1 in a remarkable display of offensive firepower. These victories have reinvigorated the squad and could serve as a turning point in their campaign.
Nashville, meanwhile, continues to be one of the more balanced sides in the East. Sitting fourth in the standings with eight wins, five draws, and four losses, they’ve netted 30 goals and conceded just 21. Their defensive structure has helped them grind out results, and their ability to perform consistently has kept them in the top playoff positions.
Yet, past results heavily favor Nashville in this matchup. Out of the last 10 meetings between the sides, Nashville has triumphed five times, while Chicago has managed just one win. Two matches ended in draws. The most striking recent result came when Nashville thrashed Chicago 7-2—a result that still lingers in the minds of both teams and fans.
However, with the Fire playing at home and fresh off two dominant performances, the tide could be ready to turn. If their offense keeps firing and the defense tightens up, Chicago may finally get a measure of revenge and shake up the East in the process. Unfortunately for them, that doesn't look likely. Our prediction for Chicago Fire vs. Nashville SC: Nashville to win.
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