Chris Brady, the goalkeeper from Naperville, Illinois, secured his spot on the MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 3 after delivering a four-save shutout in Chicago Fire FC’s goalless draw at Columbus Crew on March 7, 2026. Brady’s performance marked the first time a Chicago Fire player was named to the Team of the Matchday this season, highlighting his growing importance to the team’s defense.
Details of Brady’s Impact on the Field
This Homegrown player recorded his second consecutive clean sheet of the season, stopping all attempts from Columbus Crew in their home opener at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Ohio. Brady’s four saves represented a season-high, helping the Fire remain competitive throughout the match and preventing the Crew from winning on their own turf—a feat not achieved since 2021. His reliable presence followed another strong showing in Chicago’s home opener against CF Montréal two days earlier, where he also maintained a shutout.
Career Highlights Leading to This Achievement
Brady’s place on the Team of the Matchday is his seventh career mention and his fifth on the Best XI list, demonstrating consistent high-level performances. The last time he appeared on this list was during Matchday 38 of the 2025 season, when he helped secure a 2-2 draw against Toronto FC at Soldier Field. Earlier in that season, on Matchday 2, he also made five key saves in a 2-2 draw against D.C. United, underlining his reliability in important matches.
Complete MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 3
For Matchday 3, the MLS Team of the Matchday includes forwards Sam Surridge (NSH), Brian White (VAN), and Rafael Navarro (COL). The midfield is occupied by Pep Biel (CLT), Keaton Parks (NYC), Maxi Moralez (NYC), and Wiki Carmona (MTL). Defenders Kalani Kossa-Rienzi (SEA), Tristan Blackmon (VAN), and Zavier Gozo (RSL) joined Brady in goal for Chicago. The team is coached by Jesper Sørensen (VAN). The bench features Thomas Gillier (MTL), Richie Laryea (TOR), Patrick Yazbek (NSH), Sebastian Berhalter (VAN), Alexey Miranchuk (ATL), David MartĂnez (LAFC), Anders Dreyer (SD), Timo Werner (SJ), and Darren Yapi (COL).
Upcoming Match and Broadcast Information
Looking ahead, Chicago Fire FC will return home to Soldier Field for a Saturday night match against D.C. United on March 14, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT. The game will be available for global streaming on Apple TV and local coverage through wlsam.com and Que Buena Fire via the Uforia by TREBEL app.
