Published May 19, 4:30am ET by
Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated May 19, 4:30am ET
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Updated May 19, 4:30am ET
The Chicago Fire have hit form in the rounds leading up to the World Cup mid-season break, and they will be targeting a third straight MLS win when they host Toronto FC on May 23.
The away win will be an outside selection on Saturday, as Toronto have failed to win in their previous seven, which includes defeats in each of their previous two.
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| Chicago | -198 |
| DRAW | +378 |
| Toronto | +465 |
It has been a reliable start to the 2026 season for the Chicago Fire, as the franchise have won seven of their opening 13 matches. Their hot streak has reached new heights in recent rounds, with victories in their previous two against D.C. United and Montreal. Last weekend.
Hugo Cuypers scored the game-clinching goal, taking his tally for the campaign to an impressive 13 in ten appearances. However, it could be worth noting that some of the Fire’s most disappointing results have come in home fixtures this season, with three of their four losses in 2026 coming at Soldier Field.
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There have been few positives to take for Toronto FC so far this season, as they have won just three of their 13 fixtures. Despite avoiding defeat in seven matches, they have now failed to win in their previous seven.
Three defeats have been suffered in their last four fixtures, conceding at least two goals in five clashes since the start of April. Last weekend’s 3-1 loss at Charlotte FC was a huge blow for TFC, as they failed to convert chances in order to seize control of the fixture.
| TOTAL | Chicago | Toronto | DRAWS | |
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| Games | 45 | 16 | 15 | 14 |
| Goals | 139 | 71 | 68 |
These two sides come into this weekend in contrasting form, and it is incredibly hard to foresee Chicago’s winning run coming to an end. Therefore, the pressure could be piled on TFC at Soldier Field.
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Chicago (-198)
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