Our Chicago Fire vs Detroit City FC Prediction: 3-2
Chicago Fire vs Detroit City FC in the USA US Open Cup is scheduled for an 01:00 GMT kick-off on Thursday May 8, 2025. Our analysis favors a 3-2 home win, but considering the likelihood of multiple goals, over 2.5 goals is also a solid wager.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Chicago Fire's Last Match – Chicago Fire vs Orlando City SC
Chicago Fire will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 0-0 USA MLS draw with Orlando City SC on May 4. In that match, Chicago Fire recorded 46% possession, firing 13 shots at goal, with 7 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chicago Fire | 46% | 13 (7) | 3.16 | 40 |
 Orlando City SC | 54% | 14 (2) | 1.67 | 55 |
Detroit City FC's Last Match – Indy Eleven vs Detroit City FC
Detroit City FC must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 2-2 USA USL Championship draw against Indy Eleven on May 4. In that match, Detroit City FC had 59% possession and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Indy Eleven | 41% | 0 (2) | 0.6 | 56 |
 Detroit City FC | 59% | 0 (5) | 0.63 | 62 |
Chicago Fire vs Detroit City FC Stats
Key Stats
| Chicago Fire | Detroit City FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.04 | Attacking Strength | 1.18 |
| 1.38 | Defence Strength | 1.56 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 2.1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Chicago Fire are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Detroit City FC average 1.7 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.
Chicago Fire 16-18
Detroit City FC 17-10
What are the odds for this match?
Chicago Fire to win: @1.65
Draw: @3.9
Detroit City FC to win: @5