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YOUR MEN IN RED ARE PLAYOFF BOUND!!

Soak it in Chicago!

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🔥 THEY MAY NEVER LOSE AGAIN🔥

The Fire go 2-0 to start their preseason in Florida, the guys talk what we can learn from behind closed doors action, Mbokazi arriving, and the future of a U22 signing.

Listen wherever you get your pods!

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The Bonfire – Episode 403: Fire Conquer Florida
John and Tim talk the Fire's two wins to open preseason, updates to the squad with Mbokazi's arrival to camp and do a deep-dive into MLS roster rules and the Fire's GAM situation.
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January 26, 2026 at 3:34 PM
The Fire have $5,077,349 in GAM.

Here's what that means – and why we're seeing those numbers shoot up across #mls

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What Fire’s $5.1 Million in GAM Means for Chicago’s Roster
MLS revealed that the Fire have $5.1 million in General Allocation Money. Here's what that means for the Fire's cap and roster situation.
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January 25, 2026 at 4:14 PM
The Chicago Fire wrapped up the first part of preseason with another W

Here's what the squad and GGGaffer had to say about the team's successful trip to Florida

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In Their Words: Chicago Fire Leave Florida With Pair of Preseason Wins
The Chicago Fire opened 2026 with a pair of preseason victories. Here's what the team experienced in South Florida, in their own words.
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January 24, 2026 at 11:17 PM
The Chicago Fire are back in action today as they take on Nashville SC in their first match of 2026.

Here's 5 Things we're looking for as the team gets back at it

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5 Things We’re Looking for from the Fire In Preseason
The Chicago Fire's preseason is about to kick off – here's what we're looking for from the first minutes for the Men In Red in 2026.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:08 PM
🔥NEW BONFIRE🔥

The guys talk Dithejane, Kellyn’s departure & are joined by @alvanderp.bsky.social of the Home and Away pod to talk SKC & a new era for a future division rival

Listen wherever you get pods & now watch full video on YT!

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The Bonfire – Episode 402: The Men In Red Go To Florida
Tim and John talk Fire about Puso Dithejane's arrival, Kellyn Acosta's departure and SKC moves with Drew VanderPloeg from Home & Away.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:39 PM
The Chicago Fire have continued to make moves

We break it all down for you with our updated depth chart and roster tracker as we take a look at the status of the squad

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Updates to Fire Roster, Depth Chart – and What's To Come
Updated depth chart and roster tracker for the Chicago Fire as they prepare for the 2026 season
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January 15, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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Inbox: The Chicago Fire have announced a shift in start time for 2 road matches:

May 16 vs Montréal will now kick off @ 3:30 PM CT (3 hrs earlier than previously) and the team's Halloween match against the Colorado Rapids will kick off @ 8:30 PM CT (was TBD)

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January 15, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Chicago Fire agree to mutually part ways with Kellyn Acosta in a move that sources tell MIR97 will trigger a buyout.

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Here's the full story

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Chicago Fire exercise buyout on Kellyn Acosta
Chicago Fire and Kellyn Acosta part ways in a move that will use one of the Fire's two buyouts for 2026.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:55 PM
The Chicago Fire are back at it!

Here's @thotze.bsky.social's report from day 1 of training, with updates on Franco's return, Berhalter on Mbokazi and Dithejane, the 2026 World Cup and more.

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Notebook: 2026 Chicago Fire Preseason Day 1
MIR97 speaks to Gregg Berhalter and Fire players about the upcoming season, new arrivals, the World cup and more
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January 14, 2026 at 2:08 PM
The Chicago Fire are back at it – here's our notebook from @thotze.bsky.social with updates on André Franco, how Berhalter thinks Mbokazi and Dithejane will fit in the team, what the 2026 World Cup means for the Fire and more

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Notebook: 2026 Chicago Fire Preseason Day 1
MIR97 speaks to Gregg Berhalter and Fire players about the upcoming season, new arrivals, the World cup and more
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January 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🔥🚨EXCL: The Chicago Fire have completed the signing of Puso Dithejane from TS Galaxy!

The 21-year-old South African winger was wanted by Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, but starts a new chapter in MLS instead.

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Exclusive: Chicago Fire sign Puso Dithejane
The Chicago Fire have completed the signing of South African winger Puso Dithejane from PSL side TS Galaxy. The 21-year-old talent is the next exciting addition for the Fire, who pipped South African ...
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January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
With the Fire getting ready to debut their first 3rd shirt since 2016, we dove into the archives to find the top contenders to see the pitch in 2026.

With a few retro gems and a modern classic, the Fire have plenty to choose from.

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For 3rd Kit, Fire Should Look To Their History
The Chicago Fire are getting a third kit in 2026. To nail the design, they should look to their archive
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January 13, 2026 at 12:33 AM
🔥WE’RE BACK🔥

We’re kicking off szn 4 of The Bonfire by diving into the mailbag ✉️ to answer YOUR questions on Lewa, the roster, and how the Fire take the next step!

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The Bonfire | Season 4 of The Bonfire! | S4:E01
Podcast Episode · MenInRed97 · 01/12/2026 · 1h 13m
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January 12, 2026 at 3:36 PM
🔥✉️MAIL BAG✉️🔥

The Bonfire returns next week and we want to hear from you!

We’re kicking off 2026 with our first mailbag episode, so click the link to sound off and let us know what you’re thinking as we gear up for the new season!!

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The Bonfire Season 4 Mailbag
As we kick off season 4 of The Bonfire, we want to hear from YOU! Less than 2 months from the 2026 MLS season kicking off where do you think the team stands? What are you excited to see? What question...
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January 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Happy New Year!

Continuing our annual tradition, here's 9 resolutions for the Fire in 2026 after a transformative 2025

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9 New Year’s Resolutions for the Fire in 2026 - MIR97 Media
In 2025, the Chicago Fire took several major steps forward in Gregg Berhalter’s first season with the club. On the pitch, the team 23 points in the standings and returned to the MLS Cup Playoffs for t...
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January 1, 2026 at 5:31 PM
BREAKING: The Chicago Fire sign goalkeeper Josh Cohen as a free agent

The former Maccabi Haifa star brings Champions League experience and will be Chris Brady's backup in 2026

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Chicago Fire Sign Goalkeeper Josh Cohen - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire have signed Israeli-American goalkeeper Josh Cohen to a one-and-a-half-year deal, the club announced this morning. Cohen was a free agent after leaving Atlanta United last year. Cohen...
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December 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Brimstone Cup erasure. #cf97 #FCDallas
RT if your team has won a trophy this calendar year 🏆👇
December 31, 2025 at 6:06 PM
🔥🚨 The Chicago Fire have traded Justin Reynolds to Sporting Kansas City.

Reynolds was the first homegrown player born in the city of Chicago to score for the Fire.

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Justin Reynolds Traded to SKC - MIR97 Media
Chicago Fire homegrown defender Justin Reynolds has been traded to Sporting Kansas City, the clubs announced this afternoon. In exchange, the Fire received a third round SuperDraft pick in 2028 and up...
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December 31, 2025 at 12:43 AM
🔥The Last Bonfire of 2025🔥

The guys talk Robin Lod joining in the latest free agency splash, #Mbokazi at AFCON, and the floor raising across MLS.

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The Bonfire | Fire sign Robin Lod to fill the Guti-sized hole in midfield; Mbokazi impresses in AFCON | S3:E73
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December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Once again, the Fire landed a major free agent.

Here's what Robin Lod brings to the team – and what it means for the rest of the Fire's roster.

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What Robin Lod Signing Means for Fire’s Roster - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire have landed one of the top players available in free agency, bringing on Finnish international Robin Lod from Minnesota United, where his 2026 option was declined. That marks the thir...
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December 27, 2025 at 11:16 PM
🔥🚨 Excl: The Chicago Fire sign Finnish International Robin Lod as a free agent.

Minnesota United’s all-time leading goalscorer has signed a 2.5 year deal with the club.

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Sources: Robin Lod Signs with Chicago Fire - MIR97 Media
Robin Lod has signed with the Chicago Fire, sources told MIR97 Media. Lod, formerly of Minnesota, signed a three-year deal with the club running until 2028.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:08 PM
🔥NEW BONFIRE🔥

Another day another ⭐️ in rumors with the Fire!

The guys talked Lewandowski, the new division structure for MLS, and MLS super draft as we draw closer to the winter window opening!

Listen wherever you get your pods!

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The Bonfire | Fire in talks with Robert Lewandowski; Jason Shokalook signs first team contract; Fire participate in 2025 MLS SuperDraft | S3:E72
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December 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
I think it’s safe to say the guys are getting tired of the criticisms of #Mbokazi for coming to MLS 😂

From our newest episode of The Bonfire - listen wherever you get your pods!

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December 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
It's BAAACCKKKKK

The Chicago Fire will participate in the 2026 Leagues Cup, putting one more trophy on the table.

Here's the details, including the dates and tournament format

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Chicago Fire To Compete in 2026 Leagues Cup - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire will be one of 18 MLS teams competing in the 2026 Leagues Cup. The Leagues Cup organizers announced the tournament’s format and dates. The announcement confirmed the Fire’s participat...
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December 16, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The Chicago Fire's front office has been busy early in the offseason.
Here's a look at the Fire's current depth chat and positions of need ahead of the January window.

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Formations, Positions of Need: Current Chicago Fire Depth Chart - MIR97 Media
The moves of U22 initiative players Brian Gutiérrez and Georgios Koutsias out has created space on the Fire’s roster – but also made clear the need for reinforcement in key areas of the pitch for the ...
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December 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM