Chicago Fire FC will host CF Montréal on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. CT at Soldier Field in Chicago. Both teams enter the contest with identical records of 0-1-0, aiming to secure their first points of the Major League Soccer season. Fans can watch the game live on Apple TV with commentary available in English, Spanish, and French, or listen via WLS 890 AM and the Que Buena Fire channel on the Uforia App.
First Games Set the Stage for Competition
The Fire return home after a narrow defeat against Houston Dynamo FC at Shell Energy Stadium, where Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers scored the first goal of the 2026 season before Houston’s Guillherme netted twice in the second half to seal the win. Chicago introduced four new players during that match, including three MLS debutants—defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi, midfielder Anton Salétros, and winger Puso Dithejane. Midfielder Robin Lod also made his Fire debut after a long tenure with Minnesota United FC.
CF Montréal Looks to Rebound from Heavy Defeat
CF Montréal travels to Chicago after a tough 5-0 loss on the road to San Diego FC, one of the Supporters’ Shield favorites. San Diego dominated the match early, scoring goals from four different players and maintaining control throughout. The Canadian squad, known as the Bleu-blanc-noir, will aim to improve on their recent performance in Chicago, where they earned a 1-1 draw on March 29, 2025, despite harsh conditions at Soldier Field.
Historical Outlook Between the Teams
The all-time Major League Soccer regular season record between Chicago Fire and CF Montréal stands at ten wins for Chicago, thirteen wins for Montréal, and eight draws. Their last encounter in Chicago ended in a 1-1 tie, while Montréal’s most recent home game against the Fire saw them fall 2-0 at Stade Saputo on July 19, 2025. Both sides are motivated to shift momentum early in the 2026 season as they prepare for this home opener showdown.
Anticipated Implications of the Match
This 2026 home opener is crucial for Chicago Fire as they seek to rebound from their initial loss and build confidence in front of their supporters. Similarly, CF Montréal aims to recover from their heavy defeat and demonstrate resilience on the road. With both teams eager to claim their first win, the match promises an engaging competition that could set the tone for the next phase of the MLS season.
