The Chicago Fire came into Tuesday’s game against the UNAM Pumas in last place in Group B with no chance of advancing. Pumas on the other hand were in third place and had a slim chance of advancing. They needed a loss by Morelia and a five-goal win over the Fire. The Former came true, as the New England Revolution continued their unexpected run by beating Morelia 1-0. … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire Finish SuperLiga on a High Note
2010 SuperLiga
Chicago Fire Hope to Play Spoiler Against UNAM Pumas
The Chicago Fire head into tonight’s game against UNAM Pumas mathematically eliminated from the 2010 SuperLiga. However, the Fire can play spoilers to Pumas, who need a miracle to advance. Expect this game to be entertaining from the first whistle, as Pumas needs to win by at least five goals to have any shot at advancing past the group stage. This should give the Fire, who has … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire Hope to Play Spoiler Against UNAM Pumas
Chicago Fire in Last Place After Loss to Revolution
After getting trounced by Monaracas Morelia last Wednesday 5-1, the Chicago Fire needed, at the very least, a tie against a hot New England Revolution team on Saturday night. The SuperLiga has been a rebirth for the Revolution (4-9-2 in the MLS), upsetting UNAM Pumas in their first group match. It was a night-and-day difference between the Fire and the Revolution, as the … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire in Last Place After Loss to Revolution
Fire Outmatched in First SuperLiga Game 5-1
When someone says, "I've never felt something like this before," they are usually not making reference to a game. However, defender C.J. Brown was referring to just that, as the Chicago Fire were routed by Monaracas Morelia. Head coach Carlos de los Cobos added, "It's the worst game I've ever seen since joining the Chicago Fire." The Fire looked out of sorts from the … [Read more...] about Fire Outmatched in First SuperLiga Game 5-1