Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 March

Betiball's prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire on 21 March 2026 (kick-off: 16:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire preview before placing your bet.

Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire: Starting Lineups Time : 21/03/2026 16:40

Philadelphia Union
1 - 2
Finished
Chicago Fire
76' event Benjamin Bender / Philippe Ndinga
66' event Jeremy Rafanello / Danley Jean Jacques
62' event Malik Jakupovic / Cavan Sullivan
62' event Indiana Vassilev / Alejandro Bedoya
46' event Jovan Lukic / Jesus Bueno
45+7' event Milan Iloski
37' event Philippe Ndinga
event 89' Jonathan Dean / Jonathan Bamba
event 89' Jason Shokalook / Robin Lod
event 87' Viktor Radojevic
event 58' Jonathan Bamba
event 46' Viktor Radojevic / Andrew Gutman
event 45+3' Hugo Cuypers
event 31' Maren Haile-Selassie / Philip Zinckernagel
event 23' Dje D'Avilla
event 8' Robin Lod
76' event Benjamin Bender / Philippe Ndinga
event 89' Jonathan Dean / Jonathan Bamba
66' event Jeremy Rafanello / Danley Jean Jacques
event 89' Jason Shokalook / Robin Lod
62' event Malik Jakupovic / Cavan Sullivan
event 87' Viktor Radojevic
62' event Indiana Vassilev / Alejandro Bedoya
event 58' Jonathan Bamba
46' event Jovan Lukic / Jesus Bueno
event 46' Viktor Radojevic / Andrew Gutman
45+7' event Milan Iloski
event 45+3' Hugo Cuypers
37' event Philippe Ndinga
event 31' Maren Haile-Selassie / Philip Zinckernagel
event 23' Dje D'Avilla
event 8' Robin Lod
Philadelphia Union Philadelphia Union
Substitutions
#4 Jovan Lukic
#14 Jeremy Rafanello
#16 Benjamin Bender
#19 Indiana Vassilev
#51 Malik Jakupovic
#5 Japhet Sery Larsen
#76 Andrew Rick
#37 Stas Korzeniowski
#2 Geiner Martínez
Philadelphia Union Philadelphia Union Chicago Fire Chicago Fire
12Shots11
3Shots on Goal4
11Fouls15
6Corner Kick2
15Free kick11
1Yellow card3
1Aerial1
2Save2
9Successful Tackles13
13Interceptions6
16Long pass27
1Assist1
3Successful center4
6Shots off goal6
1Hit The Post1
31Head Success16
3Blocked1
9Tackle13
4Dribbles9
31Throw-in24
371Passes433
98Attacks99
48Dangerous attacks32
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
1BigChances4
1BigChancesMissed2
5ShotsInsideBox9
7ShotsOutsideBox2
69DuelsWon58
0.85ExpectedGoals2.52
1.88xGOT2.51
21Touches In Opposition Box18
20AccurateCrosses8
37GroundDuelsWon42
32AerialDuelsWon16
26Clearances37
Chicago Fire Chicago Fire
Substitutions
#7 Maren Haile-Selassie
#24 Jonathan Dean
#20 Jason Shokalook
#14 Viktor Radojevic
#12 Puso Dithejane
#22 Mauricio Pineda
#35 Sergio Oregel
#25 Jeffrey Joseph Gal
#30 Jack Sandmeyer
Commentary
89' Chicago Fire — substitution: Jonathan Dean / Jonathan Bamba
89' Chicago Fire — substitution: Jason Shokalook / Robin Lod
87' Viktor Radojevic - Chicago Fire receive a yellow card
76' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Benjamin Bender / Philippe Ndinga
66' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Jeremy Rafanello / Danley Jean Jacques
62' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Malik Jakupovic / Cavan Sullivan
62' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Indiana Vassilev / Alejandro Bedoya
58' Goal! Jonathan Bamba - Chicago Fire
46' Philadelphia Union — substitution: Jovan Lukic / Jesus Bueno
46' Chicago Fire — substitution: Viktor Radojevic / Andrew Gutman
45+7' Goal! Milan Iloski - Philadelphia Union
45+3' Goal! Hugo Cuypers - Chicago Fire
37' Philippe Ndinga - Philadelphia Union receive a yellow card
31' Chicago Fire — substitution: Maren Haile-Selassie / Philip Zinckernagel
23' Dje D'Avilla - Chicago Fire receive a yellow card
8' Robin Lod - Chicago Fire receive a yellow card

How We Build the Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire on 21 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Philadelphia Union vs Chicago Fire Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Philadelphia Union's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Chicago Fire's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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