Chicago Fire FC Upcoming Events & Tickets

The 2026 Chicago Fire FC season is set to kick off with high hopes as the club prepares to compete in Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference with their regular season beginning on February 21, 2026 against the Houston Dynamo and the home opener scheduled at Soldier Field on February 28 versus CF Montréal — the earliest home opener in club history. Chicago Fire will also take part in preseason action at the Coachella Valley Invitational, facing teams like LA Galaxy, Austin FC, and Portland Timbers as part of their 2026 build-up. Fans can look forward to a full slate of exciting matchups throughout the spring and summer as the team looks to build on their recent playoff appearance and continue growing momentum on the field.

Chicago has been active in shaping its roster ahead of the 2026 campaign, bringing in experienced players such as veteran goalkeeper Josh Cohen and midfielder Robin Lod, while also adding young talent like defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi to boost depth across the squad. Meanwhile, homegrown stars and core contributors including Chris Brady, Philip Zinckernagel, and Hugo Cuypers remain key pieces as the Fire aim for consistency and success in a competitive league. With strong preseason preparation, an exciting schedule ahead, and continued commitment from supporters in Chicago, the 2026 season offers plenty for the Fire faithful to cheer about as the club seeks to make another impactful run in MLS.