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Chicago Fire vs St. Louis City – Picks and Predictions (August 16, 2025)
Fire Aim to Extend Unbeaten Streak, Avoid Slip vs. St. Louis
The Chicago Fire look to strengthen their playoff position when they host St. Louis City on Saturday night in Bridgeview, Ill.
Chicago (10-9-6, 36 points) sit in the final Eastern Conference playoff spot but are tied on points with the New York Red Bulls. They are unbeaten in their last four (2-0-2) yet frustrated after last weekend’s 2-2 draw with LAFC, where they blew two one-goal leads. Jonathan Bamba scored his fourth of the season in that contest.
The Fire’s defense has been consistent, conceding two or fewer goals in 11 straight matches. However, their attack has stalled, failing to score more than two goals in any of their last six. To boost the offense, Chicago acquired midfielder Andre Franco from FC Porto this week.
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St. Louis (5-14-6, 21 points) shocked Nashville SC 3-1 last weekend, their biggest upset of the season, with goals from Jaziel Orozco, Joao Klauss, and Sangbin Jeong. Klauss, who leads the team with eight goals, also scored twice against Chicago in 2024.
Despite the win, St. Louis has dropped seven straight road games and has only one away victory in 2025 (March 9 vs LA Galaxy). They’ll need to contain Chicago star Philip Zinckernagel, who has 10 goals and 12 assists this season.
Match Information
- Sport: Soccer (MLS)
- Teams: Chicago Fire vs St. Louis City
- Venue: SeatGeek Stadium, Bridgeview, IL
- Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
- Kickoff: 8:30 PM ET
- Betting Odds:
- Chicago Fire Moneyline: -140
- St. Louis City Moneyline: +360
- Draw: +270
- Total Over 2.5 Goals: -118
- Total Under 2.5 Goals: -104
Chicago Fire Can Win If…
Chicago continues its defensive stability while finding more efficiency in the final third. Zinckernagel must be at his best, and the new addition Andre Franco could provide an extra spark. If the Fire take advantage of St. Louis’ poor road form, they should control the match.
St. Louis City Can Win If…
The visitors need Klauss to stay hot and hope their counterattack can break down Chicago’s structured backline. Confidence is high after the Nashville upset, but St. Louis must prove it can replicate that performance on the road — something they’ve failed to do since March.
Key Stats Comparison
| Stat Category | Chicago Fire | St. Louis City |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 36 (9th East) | 21 (14th West) |
| Goals Scored | 32 | 28 |
| Goals Allowed | 35 | 49 |
| Goal Differential | -3 | -21 |
| Current Form | D2 (2-0-2 last 4) | W1 (1-3-1 last 5) |
The Lean
St. Louis may come in with momentum, but Chicago’s defensive discipline and home advantage make them heavy favorites. The Fire’s playoff urgency should see them through against a poor traveling side. Model projection: Chicago Fire 2 – St. Louis City 1.
- Pick: Chicago Fire Moneyline (-140)
- Spread Lean: Chicago Fire -1 (+125)
- Total Lean: Over 2.5 Goals (-118)
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