Why Brian Gutierrez and Xherdan Shaqiri could force Fire to jumble lineup Gutierrez has been playing well, giving coach Ezra Hendrickson a good problem to solve as Shaqiri nears return. Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 1, 2023
Chris Brady coping with inevitable ups and downs for Fire The Fire led 3-1 but allowed two late goals to miss out on their first win of the season. Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 19, 2023
After needed break, Fire attacker Chris Mueller refreshed and ready for 2023 season Mueller recharged during the offseason after almost three years without a lengthy break. Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 11, 2023
Joe Starkey: Accusations fly among ex-Steelers at the Super Bowl. Any merit? PITTSBURGH — As I listened to ex-Steelers spewing accusations over the past few days, I couldn't help but think of Hunter S. Thompson's legendary 1970s piece for Rolling Stone, a self-described "vague and vengeful screed" titled "Fear and Loathing at the Super Bowl." Tribune News Service · Feb 8, 2023
Fire attacker Jairo Torres eager for fresh start Torres struggled with injuries last year, and underwent surgery to stabilize a stress fracture in September. Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 28, 2023
Which 2022 Fire players could appear in the 2026 World Cup? There are a handful of candidates to represent their country when the tournament comes to North America in four years. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 17, 2022
Fire winger Chris Mueller looking to get back into USMNT contention To resume his climb, Mueller needs to have a strong 2023 season with the Fire. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 3, 2022
Fire offense awakens in 3-1 victory over Inter Miami Jhon Duran scored twice and Xherdan Shaqiri also connected, but the Fire are still last in the league with 31 goals. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 11, 2022
Chris Mueller key to Fire’s playoff hopes Mueller has starred since coming to the Fire, but there is concern whether he’s tiring. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 3, 2022
Union pour cold water over Fire The Eastern Conference-leading Union won 4-1, snapping the Fire’s unbeaten streak at five and dropping them three points out of the final playoff spot. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 14, 2022
Gabriel Slonina sale to Chelsea only half of important day for Chicago soccer If not for Slonina’s impending move, Saturday would’ve already been a positive moment for soccer in this area as the Fire and Red Stars played on the same day in the same venue for the first time since 2019. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 31, 2022
Jhon Duran sparks Fire to 2-0 victory against Toronto FC Duran scored twice and staked his claim to permanently taking the starting striker job from Kacper Przybylko. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 14, 2022
Fire squander two-goal lead in crushing 3-2 loss to Crew The Fire’s long playoff odds got even longer after Saturday’s defeat. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2022
Fire topple Union 1-0, but challenges remain in season’s second half Federico Navarro scored the game’s only goal, helping the Fire beat the top team in the Eastern Conference. Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 30, 2022
Chicago Sun-Times · May 28, 2022 An optimistic and pessimistic view of the Fire There are reasons to think the Fire can turn things around, but also stay on their slide.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 19, 2022 Fire blow lead in 91st minute, settle for draw with Red Bulls Xherdan Shaqiri gave the Fire a 3-2 lead in the 89th minute, but it lasted only two minutes as Patryk Klimala scored to keep the Fire in search of their first victory since March 19.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 15, 2022 Fire errors lead to 2-1 loss to FC Cincinnati Chris Mueller made his first start and Jairo Torres debuted, but a pair of self-inflicted mistakes extended the Fire’s MLS losing streak to four.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 14, 2022 Chris Mueller takes winding road from Schaumburg to Fire Mueller wasn’t a part of the Fire’s youth program and was passed over by his hometown team in the MLS draft before finally signing with them earlier this month.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 7, 2022 Why Jairo Torres thinks the Fire and MLS can propel him to Europe “The league is also getting better and better and we feel it ourselves,” Fire technical director Sebastian Pelzer said.
Edinburgh Live · May 6, 2022 David Gray explains Chris Mueller's Hibs exit as Elias Melkersen makes peroormances admission Mueller left Easter Road this week and returned to America just four months after signing for Hibs
Chicago Sun-Times · May 6, 2022 Chris Mueller returns home, joins Fire The Schaumburg native, who’s returning to MLS after just half a season in Scotland, agreed to a four-year contract that includes a team option for 2026.
Edinburgh Live · May 5, 2022 Chris Mueller sends Hibs farewell message as ill-fated move comes to an end The forward has returned to the MLS
Daily Record · May 4, 2022 4 most expensive Hibs transfer flops as Easter Road side cut Chris Mueller loose The American winger signed for the Easter Road club in January but has failed to make an impression despite a £10,000 per week wage bill.
The National (Scotland) · May 4, 2022 Hibs confirm Chris Mueller departure as attacker joins Chicago Fire CHRIS MUELLER has officially left Hibs after a short spell in Scotland.
Daily Record · May 4, 2022 Chris Mueller's Hibs transfer exit confirmed as Ben Kensell admits American couldn't cope with Scottish football Mueller joined the Hibees in January but only managed six starts in all competitions.