A crowd of 21,868- the largest crowd ever to watch the Chicago Fire in Toyota Park- saw a 0-0 stalemate between the Fire and the New York Red Bulls, but still probably left happy after seeing one of the biggest concentrations of international stars in the leagues history. A record five Designated Players took the pitch in Bridgeview, with Freddie Ljungberg and Nery … [Read more...] about Record crowd sees five designated players, zero goals as Fire and Red Bulls draw
Nery Castillo
New stars collide as Fire host Red Bulls
Given the current standings and the rivalry between the cities, a Fire-RedBulls match was always going to be a big one for supporters of the two teams. However, when the two teams play on Sunday at Toyota Park, there will be soccer fans from across the country- and beyond- tuning in. These people won't be watching just because the Fire can make up some crucial ground in … [Read more...] about New stars collide as Fire host Red Bulls
Chicago Fire sign Hotheaded Mexican Forward Nery Castillo
Broadcast on the Jumbotron following the Chicago Fire's 1-0 loss to the New England Revolution, was the signing of 26-year old Mexican Forward Nery Castillo. He comes to the team on loan from the Shakhtar Donetsk of Ukraine. He also has the option to make the transfer permanent. Many thought Cuauhtemoc Blanco's name would be announced Saturday night, but technical director … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire sign Hotheaded Mexican Forward Nery Castillo