Orlando City SC vs Chicago Fire: A Clash of Eastern Conference Teams
Introduction to the Matchup
Orlando City SC (4-2-4, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (3-4-3, 10th in the Eastern Conference)
Chicago; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. CDT
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Chicago +146, Orlando City SC +164, Draw +247; over/under is 2.5 goals
Recent Performance
Orlando City comes into a matchup against the Chicago Fire after putting together four straight shutout wins.
The Fire are 1-3-3 in conference matchups. The Fire are 1-2 in one-goal matches.
Orlando is 3-2-4 against Eastern Conference opponents. Marco Pasalic paces the sixth-ranked scoring team in the league with five goals. Orlando has scored 18.
First Meeting of the Season
The matchup Saturday is the first meeting this season between the two teams.
Top Performers
Hugo Cuypers has seven goals and one assist for the Fire. Brian Gutierrez has three goals over the past 10 games.
Pasalic has five goals and two assists for Orlando. Luis Muriel has four goals and three assists over the last 10 games.
Last 10 Games Analysis
Fire: 3-4-3, averaging 1.8 goals, 4.7 shots on goal and 3.5 corner kicks per game while allowing 2.2 goals per game.
Orlando: 4-2-4, averaging 1.8 goals, 4.9 shots on goal and 3.6 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.2 goals per game.
Injury Report
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Fire: Leonardo Barroso (injured), David Poreba (injured), Chase Gasper (injured), Carlos Teran (injured), Chris Mueller (injured), Rominigue Kouame N’Guessan (injured).
Orlando: Favian Loyola (injured), Cesar Araujo (injured), Rafael Lucas Cardoso Dos Santos (injured).
Conclusion
Orlando City’s shutout streak will be put to the test as they face the Chicago Fire. With both teams having key players injured, it will be interesting to see how they adapt and perform. The Fire’s Hugo Cuypers and Orlando’s Marco Pasalic are players to watch, given their recent goal-scoring form.
FAQs
Q: What is the current standing of Orlando City SC in the Eastern Conference?
A: Orlando City SC is sixth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 4-2-4.
Q: How many goals has Marco Pasalic scored for Orlando City SC?
A: Marco Pasalic has scored five goals for Orlando City SC.
Q: What is the predicted line for the matchup between Orlando City SC and the Chicago Fire?
A: The BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE is Chicago +146, Orlando City SC +164, Draw +247; over/under is 2.5 goals.
Q: Are there any notable injuries for the Chicago Fire?
A: Yes, several players are injured, including Leonardo Barroso, David Poreba, Chase Gasper, Carlos Teran, Chris Mueller, and Rominigue Kouame N’Guessan.
Q: What time is the matchup between Orlando City SC and the Chicago Fire?
A: The matchup is on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. CDT.
Orlando City SC (4-2-4, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (3-4-3, 10th in the Eastern Conference)
