Chicago Fire Host New England Revolution in Eastern Conference Action
Overview of the Match
The New England Revolution (8-13-7, 10th in the Eastern Conference) are set to face off against the Chicago Fire (11-10-6, ninth in the Eastern Conference) in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup. The game is scheduled to take place in Bridgeview, Illinois, on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. CDT.
Team Statistics and Odds
The current BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE has the Chicago Fire favored at -136, with the New England Revolution at +301, and a draw at +308. The over/under for the match is set at 3.5 goals. The Fire have a strong record against Eastern Conference opponents, with an 8-7-5 record, and they rank fourth in the conference with 135 shots on goal, averaging 5.0 per game.
Performance of the Teams
The Revolution have a record of 8-10-2 against Eastern Conference opponents and are 10th in the conference with 36 goals, led by Carles Gil with nine. The Fire, on the other hand, are led by Hugo Cuypers, who has 15 goals and one assist, and Philip Zinckernagel, who has scored four goals over the last 10 games. For the Revolution, Leonardo Campana has four goals and one assist over the last 10 games.
Head-to-Head and Recent Performance
This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season. In their last 10 games, the Fire have a record of 4-4-2, averaging 1.5 goals, 4.5 shots on goal, and 4.2 corner kicks per game, while allowing 1.7 goals per game. The Revolution have a record of 2-7-1 over the same period, averaging 1.2 goals, 5.1 shots on goal, and 5.4 corner kicks per game, while allowing 1.9 goals per game.
Injury Report
For the Fire, there are no players listed as not expected to play. However, the Revolution will be without Eric Klein due to injury.
Conclusion
The matchup between the Chicago Fire and the New England Revolution promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the Eastern Conference standings. With the Fire’s strong record against conference opponents and the Revolution’s struggles in recent games, the Fire may have the upper hand. However, the Revolution have the talent and skill to pull off an upset, making this a game to watch.
FAQs
Q: What is the current record of the Chicago Fire and the New England Revolution?
The Chicago Fire have a record of 11-10-6, while the New England Revolution have a record of 8-13-7.
Q: Who are the top performers for each team?
For the Fire, Hugo Cuypers has 15 goals and one assist, and Philip Zinckernagel has scored four goals over the last 10 games. For the Revolution, Carles Gil has scored nine goals with six assists, and Leonardo Campana has four goals and one assist over the last 10 games.
Q: What is the predicted outcome of the match?
The BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE has the Chicago Fire favored at -136, with the New England Revolution at +301, and a draw at +308. The over/under for the match is set at 3.5 goals.
New England Revolution (8-13-7, 10th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (11-10-6, ninth in the Eastern Conference)
Bridgeview, Illinois; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. CDT
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Chicago -136, New England +301, Draw +308; over/under is 3.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Fire host the New England Revolution in Eastern Conference action.
The Fire are 8-7-5 against Eastern Conference opponents. The Fire rank fourth in the Eastern Conference with 135 shots on goal, averaging 5.0 per game.
The Revolution are 8-10-2 against Eastern Conference opponents. The Revolution are 10th in the Eastern Conference with 36 goals led by Carles Gil with nine.
The teams meet Saturday for the first time this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Hugo Cuypers has 15 goals and one assist for the Fire. Philip Zinckernagel has scored four goals over the last 10 games.
Gil has scored nine goals with six assists for the Revolution. Leonardo Campana has four goals and one assist over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Fire: 4-4-2, averaging 1.5 goals, 4.5 shots on goal and 4.2 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.7 goals per game.
Revolution: 2-7-1, averaging 1.2 goals, 5.1 shots on goal and 5.4 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.9 goals per game.
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Fire: None listed.
Revolution: Eric Klein (injured).
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
