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Feed the Fire: A Chicago Fire Podcast

Glass House Soccer, Bleav

When you want honest opinions about the Chicago Fire and Major League Soccer, you want to Feed the Fire. Every week, our host will provide his takes on the news and headlines from Chicago Fire FC, including: match previews and recaps, player analysis, opinions on the front office and management, and pointed criticism of the coaching staff. With a unique blend of facts, humor, and opinion, Feed the Fire fuels the passionate fan and ignites the flames of those new to the game and the franchise.

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00:22:54

Chicago Fire Stadium Update: Is is too luxurious?

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2026/10/06

Hey, soccer fans! Tomorrow, luxury seats go on sale for the Chicago Fire's new stadium. Over the next couple years, different seating options will be rolled out, but season ticket members get an exclusive pre-sale opportunity to join the elite and take-in a match with the best-of-the-best. Sounds fancy, right? Nick explores whether this kind of marketing actually alienates fans, portrays the organization as an exclusive club for the rich, and prices out fans from having special game-day experiences

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00:36:34

In Defense of Chris Brady: Giving Context to the...

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2026/10/02

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire's Chris Brady started in net for the USMNT in their friendly vs. Chile this week. Despite conceding one goal through 45 minutes of play, the critics and USA fans have been highly critical of the Brady's performance. Out host, Nick, thinks a lot of the criticism is unfair, uninformed, and just plain wrong.Nick provides several different areas of context for how we should evaluate Brady's performance for The Yanks. He discusses the context of the friendlies, the

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00:33:02

Chicago Fire FC Back in the Win Column: Charlotte...

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2026/09/29

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire are back in the win column! The Men in Red did just enough against a Charlotte FC team vying with them for playoff positioning to secure 3 points and keep the dream of a Top 4 Eastern Conference Playoff spot alive.Nick looks at the goal by Johan Gomez - his first for the Fire, standout play by the Mbekezeli Mbokazi upon his return from injury, and an improved performance by the much-maligned Dje D'Avilla. Nick looks at the tactics that worked for this rotated

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00:34:51

Latest News from the Chicago Fire and Around MLS

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2026/09/22

Hey, soccer fans! With all the hand-wringing and clutching of pearls around the Chicago Fire's on-field performances, we've missed some news happening around the club. Let Nick get you caught up with the latest new: Jack Elliott's contract extention and the impact on the roster or centerbacks. Will he continue to be the starter and captain alongside Andreas Hanche-Olsen, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, and Noah Allen? How does the depth at centerback look with Sam Rogers, Mauricio Pineda, and Christopher Cupps

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00:47:53

It Keeps Getting Worse: Analyzing the Chicago Fire's...

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2026/09/20

Hey, soccer fans! Can the Chicago Fire come back from Nashville without it looking like the season is on the brink of collapse? The Music City has been a house of horrors for the Men in Red over the years, and this season was no different. The Fire didn't just lose 3-0, they looked completely out of the game from the first minute. Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar, Brian Schwake, Cristian Espinoza, and their Supporters Shield leading squad - coached by former Gregg Berhalter USMNT assistant BJ Callaghan -

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00:26:05

Chicago Fire in Freefall: Negative Trends and...

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2026/09/15

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire are in free fall. They're winless in five matches, have dropped to 5th in the Eastern Conference, and are in danger of falling further if they don't identify and solve their problems. Nick identifies the negative trends on offense, defense, tactics, and signings and tries to find a way to turn the team around.The offense has been reconfigure to center around super-star striker Robert Lewandowski, and the Polish goal sccoring great has been finding the back of the

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00:39:35

Review & Preview: Chicago Fire vs. Toronto and Inter...

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2026/09/08

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire offense treated fans to four goals against Toronto FC over the weekend. Unfortunately, the defense treated us to four goals allowed as the Men in Red split points with their neighbor to the north. Nick breaks down each of the defensive failings that led to goals and how the Fire's defensive issues could cost them a top spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs.Nick also looks ahead to the marquee matchup between Chicago and Inter Miami, being billed as Lewandowski vs. Messi by

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00:42:56

Who's In? Who's Out? Chicago Fire FC Transfer...

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2026/09/03

Hey, soccer fans! Major League Soccer's summer transfer window has officially closed, and the Chicago Fire made eight moves on deadline day. They brought four new players in and moved four players out, not counting the prior loan of defender Christopher Cupps to Greenock Morton. Did the club meet their roster needs of improved midfield, attacking depth, and support on the backline? Nick breaks it all down, including how the transfers address those needs, concerns on the roster status, and how the

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00:18:56

Another Playoff Format? MLS Discusses Massive...

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2026/09/01

Hey, soccer fans! Major League Soccer has proposed a new playoff format to coincide with its new calendar. The proposal moves away from the current single-elimination tournament to a double-elimination tournament seeing up to 20 teams qualifying for the post-season. The top eight teams in the league will face double-elimination with lower finishing teams battling it out in a lose-and-go-home scenario. Teams are also re-seeded after every round to ensure teams with the better regular season record

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00:28:37

Chicago Fire Loan Christopher Cupps to Scottish Club...

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2026/08/27

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire have loaned homegrown centerback Christopher Cupps to Greenock Morton FC of the Scottish Championship - the second division in Scotland. While a seemingly underwhelming move, it could have its benefits for the 18 year old up-and-comer who has not seen many minutes with the Fire first team. Tune in as Nick explores the benefits of the move and the concerns he has.Cupps' loan also got Nick thinking - with this loan, the downturn in minutes for Pineda and Oregel, the

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00:21:12

Scouting Report: Georgian International Anzor...

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2026/08/25

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire front office continues its pursuit of midfield firepower during the summer transfer window. They have targeted Georgian international Anzor Mekvabishvili, currently playing in Romania's top flight. The Men in Red were turned down by his current club, Universitatea Craiova earlier this year, but the club have stuck with their valuation (reportedly a little above $2 million) and the deal looks close to getting done. The signing seems to fit the Fire's profile for

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00:23:33

Hot Streak! Chicago Fire Win Five Straight in MLS and...

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2026/08/18

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire winning streak is officially at five games. See how the team secured their current form across MLS and Leagues Cup play.This breakdown covers the recent momentum behind the Chicago Fire soccer squad as they navigate a busy schedule. We analyze how the team managed to secure two critical MLS victories alongside three impressive performances in the Leagues Cup. This update is for supporters tracking the club's trajectory and those interested in how the current

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00:19:56

Chicago Fire FC Leagues Cup Preview vs. Necaxa,...

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2026/08/04

Hey, soccer fans! It's that time of year again - Leagues Cup is back! The Chicago Fire and Major League Soccer take on their southern rivals from Liga MX in the latest edition of the tournament. With a new format and new opponets, Nick gets you primed and ready. He'll point out the players to watch on the Men in Red's opponents and break down their tactics and formations.Nick also gives his opinion on how the Chicago Fire should approach the tournament. Given their poor play post-World Cup and

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00:19:50

Match Preview: Chicago Fire FC vs. Charlotte FC

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2026/07/30

Hey, soccer fans! Time to shake off the Chicago Fire's two-game losing streak to Inter Miami and New York City FC and get ready to start a win streak against Charlotte FC this weekend at Soldier Field. The Men in Red look to right the ship against an Eastern Conference opponent coming in with good form. Tune in as Nick breaks down the players to watch, the possible tactics and lineups for each team, and his predictions for the match.Nick also breaks down advanced goalkeeping and defensive stats in

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00:30:51

Mid-Season Mess: Chicago Fire Drop Two Straight to...

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2026/07/28

Hey, soccer fans! Are the Chicago Fire in panic mode? Should they be? After dropping two straight matches to Inter Miami (without Messi and de Paul) and New York City FC (with Matt Freese), the Men in Red seem to be in free-fall. Nick breaks down their mental issues, individual performances, tactical failings, and organizational fumbles. Nick also looks at advanced stats to analyze the performance of the Chicago Fire's central midfielder pair of Dje D'Avilla and Anton Saletros. Despite early signs

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00:38:01

Adios Hugo! Chicago Fire Foolishly Transfer Star...

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2026/07/21

Hey, soccer fans! It's been a few days, but the emotions of losing Hugo Cuypers to CF Monterrey of Liga MX are still very strong. Tune in as Nick goes through his anger, bargaining, and acceptance, as he tries to make sense of why the Chicago Fire would transfer their All-Star striker and MLS Golden Boot leader. Was there ever a world where both Cuypers and Polish international superstar Robert Lewandowski could have co-existed, or was there simply no way a player of Cuypers' talent could play

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00:20:58

MLS Returns and Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps...

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2026/07/16

Hey, soccer fans! MLS returns tonight! Our Chicago Fire are back in action against Western Conference leaders, the Vancouver Whitecaps. Nick previews the match, including stats, player analysis, and formational expectations of the clubs. He also looks at how Robert Lewandowski can make an impact in this match, playing against former Bayern Munich teammate Thomas Müller. Will the Men in Red continue to build on a great first half of the Major League Soccer season? Tune in and find out!Tune in and

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00:35:49

MLS Transfer Update: Lewandowski, Griezmann, Rossi,...

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2026/07/13

Hey, soccer fans! Major League Soccer clubs have been busy during the World Cup break signing new players during the summer transfer window. Clubs like the Chicago Fire, Columbus Crew, Orlando City, and Inter Miami have made moves involving Robert Lewandowski, Diego Rossi, Antoine Griezmann, and Casemiro. Nick breaks down all these moves and more and how they will affect the second half of the MLS season. Nashville, Inter Miami, and Chicago remain on top of the Eastern Conference. How will their new

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00:39:35

Saving the Worst for Last: USMNT Plays Terribly in...

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2026/07/08

Hey, soccer fans! Let's talk about it - the USMNT lost to Belgium in the FIFA World Cup. It was their worst performance of the tournament by far. The Yanks never looked into the game, playing disjointed on offense and scrambling on defense. Not one of the Americans had a stand out performance, and ultimately, defense errors by Tim Ream, Chris Richards, and Matt Freese led to the Red Devils running up four goals. Tune in as Nick looks at the individual performances of the US players, how their

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00:38:59

Balogun Blowback: FIFA Suspends the Striker's Red Card

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2026/07/06

Hey, soccer fans! Falorin Balogun is eligible to play for the United States against Belgium in the World Cup. That's right! The FIFA Disciplinary Committee suspended his one-match ban after he received a red card vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina. Ultimately, he never should've seen red and FIFA is rectifying a complete error from their officiating crew, but the situation has soccer fans, pundits, and the Belgium Federation shocked, confused, and angry. Tune in as Nick breaks down the chain of events, reviews

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