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Chicago Fire v Vancouver Whitecaps Stats

Data last updated: Thu 16 Jul 2026, 12:12 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Major League Soccer clash at Soldier Field features Chicago Fire hosting Vancouver Whitecaps in a fixture charged with attacking promise and defensive frailty. Chicago Fire have been consistent scorers at home but struggle defensively, conceding in 11 straight home games. Vancouver Whitecaps, leading the Western Conference, bring a potent offense with a 16-game scoring streak but have leaked goals in six of their last seven matches. Both teams face pressure to improve their standings, setting the stage for an open, high-tempo encounter where both sides are likely to find the net.

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Both Teams to Score

  • Chicago Fire have scored in seven consecutive MLS matches and conceded in 11 straight home games.
  • Vancouver Whitecaps have scored in 16 consecutive MLS matches but conceded multiple goals in six of their last seven.
  • Both teams average around 2 goals per game in recent matches, reflecting attacking strength and defensive vulnerability.
  • Recent head-to-heads show Vancouver unbeaten in eight meetings, but Chicago's home form offers competitive tension.
  • The tactical setup suggests open play with both teams relying on offensive transitions and wide play.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 76% chance for both teams to score, reflecting strong attacking outputs from Chicago Fire and Vancouver Whitecaps combined with defensive vulnerabilities. Chicago's consistent scoring streak and Vancouver's high shot volume and goal threat underpin this. The of 1.67 offer positive value with a 16.1% edge, supported by both teams' recent form and season-long defensive records. No price warnings apply, making this a solid selection based on balanced offensive and defensive data.

Model Chance76%
Strong positive
Implied Chance59.9%
Positive
Value Edge16.1%
Strong positive
Recent BTTS Rates80% for both teams
Strong positive
Defensive VulnerabilityMultiple goals conceded in recent matches
Positive
Main risk

The main risk lies in either team adopting a highly defensive approach under pressure, potentially limiting scoring opportunities and preventing both sides from finding the net.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Both Teams to Score

“This fixture is set for an open contest where defensive frailties on both sides will likely be exploited, making goals from both teams a compelling expectation.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Chicago Fire have scored in seven consecutive MLS matches and conceded in 11 straight home games.

Vancouver Whitecaps have scored in 16 consecutive MLS matches but conceded multiple goals in six of their last seven.

Both teams average around 2 goals per game in recent matches, reflecting attacking strength and defensive vulnerability.

Recent head-to-heads show Vancouver unbeaten in eight meetings, but Chicago's home form offers competitive tension.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last nine head-to-head matches, an average of 3.33 goals per game has been recorded, indicating a trend towards open, high-scoring encounters.
  • This trend, combined with recent form, suggests a strong tempo and likelihood of multiple goals in this fixture.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Chicago Fire6
Avg corners for
Vancouver Whitecaps4
Chicago Fire9
Avg total corners
Vancouver Whitecaps6
Chicago Fire1
Avg yellow cards
Vancouver Whitecaps2
Chicago Fire15
Avg shots
Vancouver Whitecaps18.5
Best odds for this sectionOver 4.5 CardsBetfred guide price · Model 51% vs implied 50% · edge +0.5 pts
2
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Over 10.5 CornersBetMGM guide price
2.5
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Over 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.83
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 51%
1.53
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Both teams generate moderate corner counts, with Chicago averaging 7 and Vancouver 6 per match, indicating active wing play and set-piece opportunities. Shot volumes are high, especially for Chicago with 21 attempts per game, supporting sustained offensive pressure. Discipline is balanced, with Vancouver averaging 4 yellows and Chicago 3.33, suggesting a competitive but not overly aggressive match.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Chicago Fire2
Avg goals scored
Vancouver Whitecaps1.8
Chicago Fire1.6
Avg goals conceded
Vancouver Whitecaps1.4
Chicago Fire80%
BTTS rate
Vancouver Whitecaps80%
Chicago Fire80%
Over 2.5 goals
Vancouver Whitecaps40%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 69% · edge +6.6 pts
1.44
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 82%
1.14
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 64%
1.5
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 46%
2.2
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 40%
2.5
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 28%
2.62
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Both teams have maintained high scoring rates recently, with Chicago Fire averaging 2.2 goals and Vancouver Whitecaps 2.0 over their last 10 matches. Defensive vulnerabilities are evident, with Chicago conceding frequently at home and Vancouver allowing multiple goals in six of seven matches, creating a fertile environment for both teams to score.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 69% · edge +6.6 pts
1.44
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Chicago Fire to WinBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.5
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Chicago Fire Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.8
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 64%
1.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 29%
3.9
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Vancouver Whitecaps Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 46%
2
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Vancouver Whitecaps to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
2.5
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The Both Teams to Score market is priced at 1.67, reflecting a 59.9% implied chance. The model's 76% probability indicates clear value, supported by strong attacking form and defensive lapses on both sides. This pricing offers a positive expected value opportunity without major price sensitivity concerns.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Chicago Fire

WWWLL
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 107W 1D 2L
24 May 2026H Toronto FC2-1
16 May 2026A CF Montreal2-0
14 May 2026A DC United3-1
09 May 2026H New York Red Bulls1-3
03 May 2026H FC Cincinnati2-3

Vancouver Whitecaps

WLWDD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 106W 2D 2L
24 May 2026A San Diego4-2
17 May 2026A Houston Dynamo0-1
14 May 2026A FC Dallas3-2
10 May 2026A San Jose Earthquakes1-1
03 May 2026A Los Angeles Galaxy1-1
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 67% · edge +9.5 pts
1.5
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Chicago Fire to WinBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.5
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Chicago Fire Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.8
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 65%
1.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 29%
3.9
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Vancouver Whitecaps Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 46%
2
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Vancouver Whitecaps to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
2.5
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Recent form data shows Chicago Fire with 9 points and Vancouver Whitecaps with 8 points from their last five matches, both maintaining high BTTS rates of 80%. Chicago's 80% over 2.5 goals rate contrasts with Vancouver's 40%, but both teams consistently concede and score, reinforcing the BTTS selection.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

3Chicago Fire wins
1Draws
5Vancouver Whitecaps wins
23 Mar 2025Vancouver Whitecaps v Chicago Fire1-3
31 Aug 2023Chicago Fire v Vancouver Whitecaps0-1
24 Jul 2022Vancouver Whitecaps v Chicago Fire1-3
10 Apr 2021Vancouver Whitecaps v Chicago Fire3-2
23 Jul 2020Chicago Fire v Vancouver Whitecaps0-2
13 Apr 2019Chicago Fire v Vancouver Whitecaps1-1
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 69% · edge +6.6 pts
1.44
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Chicago Fire to WinBetMGM guide price · model 48%
2.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 64%
1.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 29%
3.9
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Vancouver Whitecaps to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
2.5
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Vancouver Whitecaps have been unbeaten in their last eight meetings against Chicago Fire, winning six and drawing two. The average goals per game in these encounters is 3.33, supporting an open game with scoring opportunities for both teams. While historical control favors Vancouver, Chicago's home form introduces competitive balance.
Season team stats

Major League Soccer

Chicago Fire14
Played
Vancouver Whitecaps14
Chicago Fire1.9
Avg goals for
Vancouver Whitecaps2.4
Chicago Fire1.1
Avg goals against
Vancouver Whitecaps0.9
Chicago Fire6
Clean sheets
Vancouver Whitecaps5
Best odds for this sectionChicago Fire to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 48% vs implied 40% · edge +7.7 pts
2.5
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Chicago Fire Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 58%
1.8
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Vancouver Whitecaps Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 46%
2
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Vancouver Whitecaps to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
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Season-long statistics reveal Chicago Fire's tendency to concede 1.6 goals per game and Vancouver Whitecaps 1.4, with both teams scoring regularly. This balance of offensive productivity and defensive fragility underpins the expectation of goals at both ends in this fixture.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
1Vancouver Whitecaps3214102222
3Chicago Fire261482411
Chicago Fire sit 3rd with 26 points, while Vancouver Whitecaps lead with 32 points. The standings reflect competitive pressure on both sides to secure points, encouraging offensive intent. However, defensive lapses suggest that both teams remain vulnerable, supporting the BTTS market.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%Chicago Fire Over 2.5
40%Vancouver Whitecaps Over 2.5
3.33H2H avg goals
Over the last nine head-to-head matches, an average of 3.33 goals per game has been recorded, indicating a trend towards open, high-scoring encounters. This trend, combined with recent form, suggests a strong tempo and likelihood of multiple goals in this fixture.

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