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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Brian Sandalow

Fire squander two-goal lead in crushing 3-2 loss to Crew

Rafael Czichos and the Fire squandered a 2-0 lead in their 3-2 loss to Columbus. (Courtesy of the Fire)

For 45 minutes, the Fire showed the best of their ability. Then they showed why their season is on the verge of effectively ending in July.

Their 3-2 loss Saturday to the Crew was the first match of a three-game homestand that will continue Wednesday against Toronto FC and conclude Saturday against the Sounders. The Fire came into the day eight points out of a playoff spot, with only a 13% chance to reach the postseason, according to FiveThirtyEight.

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