The Latest Breaking News from Ezra Hendrickson

Fire goalie Gabriel Slonina picks United States over Poland

In a social media post explaining his decision, Slonina said “my heart is American.”

Chicago Sun-Times · May 20, 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 19, 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 15, 2022

Despite hot start, Fire see room for improvement

The Fire have their best record through four games since 2009 but see some weaknesses that must be addressed.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 2, 2022

Why Pilsen is the ‘perfect place’ for Mike Magee

When Magee set out to build a distillery/tasting room (complete with a street soccer field) for the Sneaky Fox vodka he created in 2018, Pilsen drew him in because it had the kind of property he needed but also has stayed true to itself.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 26, 2022

Xherdan Shaqiri scores first goal for new side since Lyon exit

Shaqiri moved to Major League Soccer side the Chicago Fire in February after enduring a nightmare spell at Lyon, becoming a key player for Ezra Hendrickson's surprise title challengers

Daily Mirror · Mar 20, 2022

Is Fire midfielder Gaston Gimenez performing like a Designated Player?

To some, Gimenez is a DP who hasn’t had the game-breaking moments to justify his contract. To others, he’s an important cog who makes crucial contributions that might go under the radar.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 12, 2022

How Ezra Hendrickson went from the Caribbean to Chicago Fire coach — as told by his MLS and high school teammates

CHICAGO — Kokomo was nothing like the small village Ezra Hendrickson emigrated from when he was 13.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 5, 2022

Fire earn draw vs. Inter Miami in coach Ezra Hendrickson’s debut

The Fire had the best scoring chance when Stanislav Ivanov rattled the far post with a shot in the 31st minute.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 27, 2022

Why Ezra Hendrickson’s goals with the Fire go beyond winning

Hendrickson feels pressure not just to win for his new team, but for other Black coaches.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 26, 2022