MLS: Minnesota vs. Chicago Picks — Fire to Cause a Shock on the Road? (Sep 20)

The finishing line is in sight in the MLS this season, and there will be pressure on the visiting side this weekend. You can find our Minnesota vs. Chicago picks here.

Minnesota will be aiming to recover following a disappointing result in midweek, as they were shockingly beaten in the closing stages of the U.S. Open Cup by Austin FC. Despite that, their place in the playoffs has already been assured.

Chicago remain in the mix for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, but they have suffered defeats in two of their last three matches. Their most recent defeat came against New York City last Saturday.

Minnesota vs. Chicago Overview

Odds

Minnesota vs. Chicago Head-to-Head Record

Chicago Fire have won three of their last four matches against Minnesota across all competitions. However, the latest meeting between the sides came earlier this year, with United registering a 3-1 success in the U.S. Open Cup.

Minnesota Team News

United will be aiming for a response following a shock defeat in the semi-finals against Austin FC on Wednesday. Dominik Fitz could be handed a start on Saturday.

Possible Lineup

Clair (GK); Diaz, Boxall, Duggan, Rosales; Fitz, Gene, Trapp, Pereyra; Yeboah, Markanich

Chicago Team News

The Fire will likely make a handful of changes following a defeat in their latest fixture. Tom Barlow and Sergio Oregel are pushing for starts.

Possible Lineup

Brady (GK); Dean, Barlow, Elliott, Gutman; Oregel, Gutierrez, D’Avilla; Zinckernagel, Cuypers, Bamba

Minnesota vs. Chicago Picks

Minnesota’s spot in the post-season is already assured, and they could be too relaxed ahead of this clash with a Fire side that are still playing for important points. Due to that, there could be value in siding with the away victory when making Minnesota vs. Chicago picks this weekend.