Soldier Field will host a first-ever meeting between Chicago Fire and MLS newcomers San Diego FC this Sunday, in what promises to be a high-stakes matchup. Despite being a new franchise, San Diego have taken the league by storm, while Chicago continue to fall short of expectations in 2025.
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Betting Preview for Chicago Fire vs San Diego FC
- Venue: Soldier Field
- Date: Sunday, July 14, 2025
- Time: 1:30 WAT
- Teams: Chicago Fire vs San Diego FC
- Odds provided by 1XBet
Betting On Chicago Fire
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 2.726
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 3.5
The Fire have struggled in all areas this season and are still recovering from back-to-back losses. They’re also one of the worst home sides in MLS this year, with just two home wins.
Injury concerns are mounting too, with seven players currently out. Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers has returned but hasn’t found top form, scoring just once in five games since his return.
Betting On San Diego FC
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 2.371
- 1XBet Over/Under: Under 3.5
San Diego FC continue to impress in their debut season. Even after a narrow 4-3 loss to Houston, their attack is firing.
Striker Milan Iloski is in brilliant form, including four goals against Vancouver on July 25. Midfield creator Onni Valakari is also delivering, with a goal and two assists in his last outing. San Diego are set to welcome back key players like Lozano and Andres Reyes, while Iloski and Dreyer will likely lead the front line again.
MatchPlug Prediction for Chicago Fire vs San Diego FC
Chicago’s home form and injury list make them hard to trust. While Cuypers is back, the Fire haven’t shown enough attacking consistency or defensive stability. In contrast, San Diego FC are scoring freely and come in with a more complete squad and stronger momentum.
Expect San Diego to dominate offensively and take advantage of a struggling Fire team.
Final Prediction: San Diego FC Moneyline
