MLS: Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution Picks — Hosts to Move into Eastern Conference Playoff Spots? (Sep 6)

The race for a playoff spot continues in the Eastern Conference this weekend, as Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution will be staged.

All the pressure will be on the home team on Saturday, as the Fire look for an important victory that will see them climb into the top nine. However, a response will be expected following a 4-0 loss against Philadelphia last weekend.

The Revolution are already out of playoff contention, and their form has dipped in recent weeks after suffering defeats in two of their last three matches.

Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution Overview

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Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution Head-to-Head Record

The Chicago Fire ended a five-game winless sequence against the Revolution in the Open Cup earlier this season after winning 3-1 on the road. However, it could be important to note that four of the last six meetings between these sides have ended in draws.

Chicago Fire Team News

The Fire will likely make changes following their heavy defeat last weekend. Tom Barlow, Andre Franco, and Maren Haile-Selassie could all be handed starts.

Possible Lineup

C. Brady (GK); T. Barlow, C. Cupps, J. Elliott, A. Gutman, A. Franco, M. Selassie, B. Gutierrez, P. Zinckernagel, H. Cuypers, J. Bamba

New England Revolution Team News

The Revolution will be without regular number one Matt Turner this weekend. However, a largely unchanged line-up from last weekend could be named.

Possible Lineup

A. Bono (GK); I. Feingold, B. Ceballos, M. Fofana, P. Miller, L. Langoni, J. Yueill, A. Yusuf, I. Ganago, L. Campana, C. Gil

Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution Picks

There will be huge pressure on the Fire this weekend, as they must claim a victory to move into the playoff spots. This looks like a good clash in order to bounce back to form. Therefore, we will be siding with the home win when making Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution picks.