CHGO Chicago Fire Podcast

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The CHGO Fire Podcast is your weekly destination for all things Chicago Fire FC and Major League Soccer. Hosted by Alex Campbell and featuring a rotating panel of soccer insiders, the show delivers expert analysis, match recaps, player updates, transfer news, and in-depth conversations about the Fire and MLS. Whether you're at Soldier Field or following from afar, CHGO Fire connects the passionate Chicago soccer community with smart, fun, and accessible coverage.

  1. DOMINATION! USMNT Win vs Australia and CAPTURE Group D! | CHGO USMNT World Cup Previews

    2d ago

    DOMINATION! USMNT Win vs Australia and CAPTURE Group D! | CHGO USMNT World Cup Previews

    After making history with a record four-goal performance in their opener against Paraguay, the United States Men’s National Team have done it again. In another first since 1930, they’ve won consecutive games at a World Cup for the first time. Not only that, thanks to new tiebreaker rules that prioritize head-to-head results, they’ve already won Group D with a game to spare. More bizarrely, their final group stage opponents Turkiye are already eliminated. What impact with that have on the lineup and how both teams approach the game? With being able to look ahead, we can also see how the the USMNT’s potential Round of 32 opponents are shaping up. An ALLCITY Network Production ⚽️🇺🇸 WORLD CUP WATCH PARTIES 🇺🇸⚽️ We’re taking over Chicago for every USA match 👀 📍 June 25 vs Turkey — Joe’s on Weed 🎟️ FREE entry 🍹 Special World Cup cocktails from @donjulio 1942, @casamigos & @buchanansusa 🎁 Deals, samples + prizes Pull up 🇺🇸 Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #ChicagoFire #cf97 #VamosFire #ReturnToRed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min
  2. Historic Start! 4-Goal Game in Opener Builds Hype for USMNT vs Australia | CHGO USMNT World Cup

    Jun 16

    Historic Start! 4-Goal Game in Opener Builds Hype for USMNT vs Australia | CHGO USMNT World Cup

    What a start! The US Men’s National Team made history on Friday night in Los Angeles, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in the highest scoring performance in USMNT World Cup history. Folarin Balogun became the first US men’s player in almost 100 years to score two goals in a World Cup game, while a Paraguay own goal and ludicrous last-minute strike from Gio Reyna supplied the other tallies. Now the US prepare for Australia on Friday in Seattle, with the Socceroos also having won their opening game 2-0 over Turkiye. Will one of these teams book their spot in the knockout round with a match to spare?? Also: a brief Chicago Fire update regarding their pursuit of Polish legend Robert Lewandowski. ⚽️🇺🇸 WORLD CUP WATCH PARTIES 🇺🇸⚽️ We’re taking over Chicago for every USA match 👀 📍 June 19 vs Australia — Bub City 📍 June 25 vs Turkey — Joe’s on Weed 🎟️ FREE entry 🍹 Special World Cup cocktails from @donjulio 1942, @casamigos & @buchanansusa 🎁 Deals, samples + prizes Pull up 🇺🇸 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min

  3. Jun 9

    TWO DAYS AWAY! USMNT Set for World Cup after Chicago Send-Off | CHGO USMNT World Cup Previews

    The 2026 World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada is upon us! Following a pair of warmup matches in Charlotte and at Soldier Field, Mauricio Pochettino’s men are gearing up for their Group D opener against Paraguay on Friday night in LA. On this first of a series of special World Cup podcast episodes, we’ll get you up to speed on the US team, what we’ve learned from these recent friendlies, what lies ahead of them and how far they might be able to go? Alex Campbell of CHGO Fire and CHGO Stars is joined by Alex Calabrese of Men In Red 97 Media + MLSsoccer.com as we count down to kickoff! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    45 min
  4. Chris Brady Goes to the World Cup + the Fire Go on Summer Vacation | CHGO Fire Podcast

    May 26

    Chris Brady Goes to the World Cup + the Fire Go on Summer Vacation | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Fire goalkeeper and Naperville, IL native Chris Brady is on the USMNT roster for the World Cup! We sing his praises and look back at both how he got here and the history of Fire players at the tournament (which will possibly also include Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Joel Waterman this summer). Meanwhile, Hugo Cuypers’ record-setting goal-scoring streak helps the Fire go into the break on a three-game winning streak and sitting third in the Eastern Conference. What went right in the last few games, and what might the Fire be up to once they get back from a three-week vacation? Alex is joined by Joe Chatz of WLS AM890 and On Tap Sports to discuss all that and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min
  5. Chicago Fire Defense COLLAPSING Despite Hugo Cuypers’ Goal Scoring | CHGO Fire Podcast

    May 12

    Chicago Fire Defense COLLAPSING Despite Hugo Cuypers’ Goal Scoring | CHGO Fire Podcast

    The Chicago Fire defense is suddenly falling apart at the worst possible time, allowing three goals in three of their last four MLS matches and slipping down the Eastern Conference standings. Despite Hugo Cuypers continuing his incredible goal-scoring form, Gregg Berhalter’s squad has struggled to stop opponents like FC Cincinnati, Evander, and a young New York Red Bulls team that looked far more composed at Soldier Field. Just weeks after looking like one of the league’s toughest defensive units, the Fire now head toward the World Cup break searching for answers. On the CHGO Fire Podcast, host Alex Campbell breaks down what’s gone wrong defensively, what adjustments need to happen fast, and whether Chicago can turn things around in their final three matches before the break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min
  6. Hugo Cuypers and the Chicago Fire ATTACK Size Up St. Louis, Cincinnati Rematch | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Apr 28

    Hugo Cuypers and the Chicago Fire ATTACK Size Up St. Louis, Cincinnati Rematch | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Hugo Cuypers is living up to the ‘Hugoal’ nickname, as the Fire striker has now scored in a team record six straight games! His goals weren’t enough to get better than a frustrating draw in Cincinnati, but they did aid in an absolute demolition of former Fire head coach Rafaeal Wicky’s MLS-worst Sporting Kansas City team. The Fire now sit in third place in the Eastern Conference only behind Nashville and Miami as they get set for the Open Cup Round of 16 vs St. Louis on Wednesday and a quick opportunity for another go at Cincinnati on Saturday. We’ve got plenty of games and plenty of goals to talk about today on CHGO Fire! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min
  7. Chris Brady & The Fire STREAK Into the Open Cup and 2nd place in the East! | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Apr 14

    Chris Brady & The Fire STREAK Into the Open Cup and 2nd place in the East! | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Following a second straight clean sheet and third straight win, the Chicago Fire find themselves in 2nd place in the MLS Eastern Conference only trailing Nashville SC who they deal their first loss of the season between victories in Philadelphia and against Atlanta. What’s changed to get the Fire into this rhythm? Who has stood out? Is winning games 1-0 sustainable for this team? Does this make us less worried about the health of Hugo Cuypers? How excited should fans be getting about this team as we look ahead to what feels like a softer stretch of the schedule? Also, the Fire begin their 2026 Open Cup journey tonight in Detroit! Where should the tournament rank as a priority for Gregg Berhalter? John Thornton of Men In Red 97’s ‘The Bonfire’ joins Alex for an exciting edition of the CHGO Fire Podcast An ALLCITY Network Production Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #ChicagoFire #cf97 #VamosFire #ReturnToRed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    28 min
  8. Win Or Lose, Chicago Fire’s Hugo Cuypers ALWAYS Scores! | CHGO Fire Podcast

    Mar 24

    Win Or Lose, Chicago Fire’s Hugo Cuypers ALWAYS Scores! | CHGO Fire Podcast

    The Chicago Fire split their last two matches since the last show. First, in a deja vu of last year, they blew at late lead at home vs DC United and came up empty in a frustrating performance. Then, on the road in Philadelphia, they took the lead twice and held it the second time to take 3 points from the hapless Union in a game that saw the return of Andrew Gutman but an early exit for Philip Zinckernagel. One thing that was the same: Hugo Cuypers of course scored in both games! What have we learned about the 2026 Fire so far? How do we feel about this team that is so consistently inconsistent? Alex and Joe Chatz of WLS/On Tap Sports net discuss on this edition of CHGO Fire Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min
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The CHGO Fire Podcast is your weekly destination for all things Chicago Fire FC and Major League Soccer. Hosted by Alex Campbell and featuring a rotating panel of soccer insiders, the show delivers expert analysis, match recaps, player updates, transfer news, and in-depth conversations about the Fire and MLS. Whether you're at Soldier Field or following from afar, CHGO Fire connects the passionate Chicago soccer community with smart, fun, and accessible coverage.

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  • Channel
    CHGO
  • Creator
    ALLCITY Network, CHGO Sports
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
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    CHGO Chicago Fire Podcast

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