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MenInRed97 Media @meninred97.com · Oct 1
For the first time since 2017

YOUR MEN IN RED ARE PLAYOFF BOUND!!

Soak it in Chicago!

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Chicago Fire agree to mutually part ways with Kellyn Acosta in a move that sources tell MIR97 will trigger a buyout.

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Here's the full story

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Chicago Fire exercise buyout on Kellyn Acosta
Chicago Fire and Kellyn Acosta part ways in a move that will use one of the Fire's two buyouts for 2026.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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The Chicago Fire are back at it!

Here's @thotze.bsky.social's report from day 1 of training, with updates on Franco's return, Berhalter on Mbokazi and Dithejane, the 2026 World Cup and more.

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Notebook: 2026 Chicago Fire Preseason Day 1
MIR97 speaks to Gregg Berhalter and Fire players about the upcoming season, new arrivals, the World cup and more
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January 14, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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The Chicago Fire are back at it – here's our notebook from @thotze.bsky.social with updates on André Franco, how Berhalter thinks Mbokazi and Dithejane will fit in the team, what the 2026 World Cup means for the Fire and more

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Notebook: 2026 Chicago Fire Preseason Day 1
MIR97 speaks to Gregg Berhalter and Fire players about the upcoming season, new arrivals, the World cup and more
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January 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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🔥🚨EXCL: The Chicago Fire have completed the signing of Puso Dithejane from TS Galaxy!

The 21-year-old South African winger was wanted by Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, but starts a new chapter in MLS instead.

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Exclusive: Chicago Fire sign Puso Dithejane
The Chicago Fire have completed the signing of South African winger Puso Dithejane from PSL side TS Galaxy. The 21-year-old talent is the next exciting addition for the Fire, who pipped South African ...
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January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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With the Fire getting ready to debut their first 3rd shirt since 2016, we dove into the archives to find the top contenders to see the pitch in 2026.

With a few retro gems and a modern classic, the Fire have plenty to choose from.

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For 3rd Kit, Fire Should Look To Their History
The Chicago Fire are getting a third kit in 2026. To nail the design, they should look to their archive
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January 13, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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🔥WE’RE BACK🔥

We’re kicking off szn 4 of The Bonfire by diving into the mailbag ✉️ to answer YOUR questions on Lewa, the roster, and how the Fire take the next step!

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The Bonfire | Season 4 of The Bonfire! | S4:E01
Podcast Episode · MenInRed97 · 01/12/2026 · 1h 13m
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January 12, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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🔥✉️MAIL BAG✉️🔥

The Bonfire returns next week and we want to hear from you!

We’re kicking off 2026 with our first mailbag episode, so click the link to sound off and let us know what you’re thinking as we gear up for the new season!!

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The Bonfire Season 4 Mailbag
As we kick off season 4 of The Bonfire, we want to hear from YOU! Less than 2 months from the 2026 MLS season kicking off where do you think the team stands? What are you excited to see? What question...
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January 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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Happy New Year!

Continuing our annual tradition, here's 9 resolutions for the Fire in 2026 after a transformative 2025

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9 New Year’s Resolutions for the Fire in 2026 - MIR97 Media
In 2025, the Chicago Fire took several major steps forward in Gregg Berhalter’s first season with the club. On the pitch, the team 23 points in the standings and returned to the MLS Cup Playoffs for t...
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January 1, 2026 at 5:31 PM
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BREAKING: The Chicago Fire sign goalkeeper Josh Cohen as a free agent

The former Maccabi Haifa star brings Champions League experience and will be Chris Brady's backup in 2026

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Chicago Fire Sign Goalkeeper Josh Cohen - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire have signed Israeli-American goalkeeper Josh Cohen to a one-and-a-half-year deal, the club announced this morning. Cohen was a free agent after leaving Atlanta United last year. Cohen...
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December 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Brimstone Cup erasure. #cf97 #FCDallas
kickbackcommittee.bsky.social Kickback Committee @kickbackcommittee.bsky.social · 14d
RT if your team has won a trophy this calendar year 🏆👇
December 31, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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🔥🚨 The Chicago Fire have traded Justin Reynolds to Sporting Kansas City.

Reynolds was the first homegrown player born in the city of Chicago to score for the Fire.

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Justin Reynolds Traded to SKC - MIR97 Media
Chicago Fire homegrown defender Justin Reynolds has been traded to Sporting Kansas City, the clubs announced this afternoon. In exchange, the Fire received a third round SuperDraft pick in 2028 and up...
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December 31, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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🔥The Last Bonfire of 2025🔥

The guys talk Robin Lod joining in the latest free agency splash, #Mbokazi at AFCON, and the floor raising across MLS.

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The Bonfire | Fire sign Robin Lod to fill the Guti-sized hole in midfield; Mbokazi impresses in AFCON | S3:E73
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December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Once again, the Fire landed a major free agent.

Here's what Robin Lod brings to the team – and what it means for the rest of the Fire's roster.

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What Robin Lod Signing Means for Fire’s Roster - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire have landed one of the top players available in free agency, bringing on Finnish international Robin Lod from Minnesota United, where his 2026 option was declined. That marks the thir...
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December 27, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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🔥🚨 Excl: The Chicago Fire sign Finnish International Robin Lod as a free agent.

Minnesota United’s all-time leading goalscorer has signed a 2.5 year deal with the club.

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Sources: Robin Lod Signs with Chicago Fire - MIR97 Media
Robin Lod has signed with the Chicago Fire, sources told MIR97 Media. Lod, formerly of Minnesota, signed a three-year deal with the club running until 2028.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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🔥NEW BONFIRE🔥

Another day another ⭐️ in rumors with the Fire!

The guys talked Lewandowski, the new division structure for MLS, and MLS super draft as we draw closer to the winter window opening!

Listen wherever you get your pods!

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The Bonfire | Fire in talks with Robert Lewandowski; Jason Shokalook signs first team contract; Fire participate in 2025 MLS SuperDraft | S3:E72
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December 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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I think it’s safe to say the guys are getting tired of the criticisms of #Mbokazi for coming to MLS 😂

From our newest episode of The Bonfire - listen wherever you get your pods!

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December 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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It's BAAACCKKKKK

The Chicago Fire will participate in the 2026 Leagues Cup, putting one more trophy on the table.

Here's the details, including the dates and tournament format

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Chicago Fire To Compete in 2026 Leagues Cup - MIR97 Media
The Chicago Fire will be one of 18 MLS teams competing in the 2026 Leagues Cup. The Leagues Cup organizers announced the tournament’s format and dates. The announcement confirmed the Fire’s participat...
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December 16, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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The Chicago Fire's front office has been busy early in the offseason.
Here's a look at the Fire's current depth chat and positions of need ahead of the January window.

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Formations, Positions of Need: Current Chicago Fire Depth Chart - MIR97 Media
The moves of U22 initiative players Brian Gutiérrez and Georgios Koutsias out has created space on the Fire’s roster – but also made clear the need for reinforcement in key areas of the pitch for the ...
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December 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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🔥Goodbye Gutí…Hello Mo??🔥

Tim and John talked MLS free agency, Gutí moving to Chivas, and yet another big name DP target for the fire.

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The Bonfire | Goodbye Guti!; Mo Salah to Chicago?: Koustias sold to Lugano | S3:E71
Podcast Episode · MenInRed97 · 12/15/2025 · 1h
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December 15, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Mbokazi’s signing meant Chicago Fire had SIX u22 initiative players on the roster.

With a maximum of four allowed, change was coming - @thotze.bsky.social talks Gutiérrez and Koutsias moving on and the state of the roster heading into 2026

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Mbokazi in, Gutiérrez and Koutsias out: Updated Chicago Fire Roster - MIR97 Media
It has been six weeks to the day since the Chicago Fire’s season ended, and one week since Inter Miami’s MLS Cup victory. In that time, the Fire’s front office, led by Gregg Berhalter in his capacity ...
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December 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Brian Gutiérrez heads to Chivas de Guadalajara after six seasons with the Fire in a transfer fee ~$5 million.

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Brian Gutiérrez joins Chivas de Guadalajara - MIR97 Media
Brian Gutiérrez has officially left the Chicago Fire for Liga MX giants Chivas, the clubs announced this morning. It's the end of an era in Chicago, where Gutiérrez has been a staple and fan favorite ...
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December 13, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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Another year, another MLS Next Pro Golden Boot winner to the Chicago Fire, as Jason Shokalook signs with the first team

@amcalabrese.bsky.social has the story: meninred97.com/jason-shokal...

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Jason Shokalook signed to Chicago Fire first team - MIR97 Media
Jason Shokalook has signed a first team MLS deal with the Chicago Fire, the club announced this morning. Shokalook won the MLS Next Pro Golden Boot in 2025. “We are continuing to build a competitive r...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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South African NT head coach Hugo Broos called out Mbekezeli Mbokazi's move to #MLS, saying Chicago Fire are "not even a top team in America," in remarks that also had serious racist (directed to Mbokazi) and sexist (to his agent) undertones

h/t iDiski via @amcalabrese.bsky.social

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Mbokezeli Mbokazi signing with Chicago Fire Photo credit: Chicago Fire FC
December 10, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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🔥Guti on the move, Mbokazi official, and *REDACTED* Lifts the Cup🔥

The guys talk MLS cup, Brian Gutíerrez’s reported move, and the South African star joining the ranks!

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The Bonfire | Guti close to Chivas for reported $5M; Mbekezeli Mbokazi signs from South African Premiership side Orlando Pirates as U22 player | S3:E70
Podcast Episode · MenInRed97 · 12/08/2025 · 57m
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December 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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The 2025 MLS fan survey results are in! @benwright.bsky.social digs in to your thoughts on the schedule shift and more.

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2025 MLS Fan Survey: Supporters share views on schedule shift, roster rules and more - MIR97 Media
Editorial note: MIR97 Media partnered with 21 independent media organizations from around the league to survey fans. Ben Wright of SixOneFiveSoccer.com spearheaded the effort and wrote this analysis o...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM