Montreal will hope to halt their winless streak when they host Chicago Fire at Saputo Stadium in the 24th round of the MLS on Sunday, 20 July 2025.
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Montreal vs Chicago Fire predictions: Both teams to find the net
Key stats
- Six of Montreal's last seven matches produced goals at both ends.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in each of Chicago Fire’s last five games.
- There were at least 10 corners in three of Montreal's last four clashes with Chicago Fire.
Correct score prediction: Montreal 1-1 Chicago Fire
Montreal and Chicago Fire are both on a four-match winless streak across all competitions, respectively.
Interestingly, Montreal have been the worst home team in the Eastern Conference, with only one win in 10 league matches at Saputo Stadium (D3, L6).
While Chicago Fire have fared better than their hosts, their recent form does not inspire much confidence, as Gregg Berhalter’s troops suffered five defeats in their last seven games in all competitions (W1, L1).
Given that the reverse fixture ended in a stalemate, we believe that both teams' respective winless streaks will continue with a draw.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Chicago Fire are expected winners
- HOME: 13/8 (2.63) – 38.1%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 5/4 (2.25) – 44.4%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As things stand, Chicago Fire are 10th in the Eastern Conference, three points behind the qualification playoff spots.
On the other hand, Montreal have the worst record, not just in the Eastern Conference, but also in the MLS.
Ahead of this skirmish, Chicago Fire are the expected winners at 5/4 (2.25). Teams with these odds generally have a 44.4% probability of winning.
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Interestingly, there were exactly 10 corners in three of the last four meetings between these outfits. On that note, over 9.5 total corners has an appealing look at 1/1 (2.00). That one has a 50% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: An even contest
In the last six encounters between Montreal and Chicago Fire, both teams have two wins apiece with two draws between them.
USA MLS 30/03/25
Chicago Fire
CF Montreal
USA MLS 22/09/24
CF Montreal
Chicago Fire
USA MLS 16/03/24
Chicago Fire
CF Montreal
USA MLS 17/09/23
CF Montreal
Chicago Fire
USA MLS 13/07/23
Chicago Fire
CF Montreal
Montreal preview: No new absentees
Montreal continued their slump in form as they picked up their fifth defeat in their last nine games, this time against conference leaders Philadelphia Union, to remain rooted at the bottom of the Eastern Conference table.
Going into this weekend's game, the hosts ended their clash at Philadelphia with no new injuries, but Jalen Neal and Giacomo Vrioni remain doubtful as both players missed action once more last time out.
It is expected that coach Donadel will keep faith in the 4-2-3-1 setup from last time, which paraded Prince-Osei Owusu up top. The German forward has scored eight goals in his last seven games.
Predicted lineup: Breza (GK), Petrasso, Craig, Waterman, Bugaj, Sealy, Loturi, Piette, Pearce, Owusu & Clark.
USA MLS 10/05/25
W
New York City FC
0
CF Montreal
1
USA MLS 03/05/25
L
Philadelphia Union
2
CF Montreal
1
Canada Championships 30/04/25
W
Toronto FC
2 (2)
CF Montreal
2 (3)
USA MLS 26/04/25
L
New York Red Bulls
1
CF Montreal
0
USA MLS 19/04/25
D
Orlando City SC
0
CF Montreal
0
Chicago Fire preview: Hoping to get back on course
Second half substitute William Reilly scored a 90+4th-minute equaliser for Atlanta United last time out to deny Chicago Fire what could have been their first win in four games, as the contest ended 2-2.
Coach Berhalter is under pressure at the moment as his side have only one win in their last seven matches, with five of those encounters ending in defeats.
Attacking midfielder David Poreba has torn ligaments. Centre-back Carlos Teran continues to nurse a hamstring injury, while forward Chris Mueller, who hasn't played at all this season, remains out due to undisclosed personal reasons.
Predicted lineup: Brady (GK), Dean, Rogers, Elliot, Gutman, Gutierrez, Pineda, Oregel, Bamba, Cuypers & Zinckernagel.
USA MLS 10/05/25
W
Atlanta United
1
Chicago Fire
2
USA US Open Cup 08/05/25
W
Detroit City FC
0
Chicago Fire
4
USA MLS 04/05/25
D
Orlando City SC
0
Chicago Fire
0
USA MLS 27/04/25
L
Nashville SC
7
Chicago Fire
2
USA MLS 20/04/25
L
FC Cincinnati
3
Chicago Fire
2
Player to watch: Prince-Osei Owusu
Montreal have a total of six goals in their last six matches, and all six were scored by Prince-Osei Owusu. The former Toronto FC forward has scored in four consecutive appearances and will look to extend that streak this weekend.