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RADIO: WRTO-1200 AM (Oscar Guzman, “Batata” DaSilva, Enrique “Tico” Fernandez)
The Chicago Fire (9-10-9, 36 pts.) take a season-high, six-game unbeaten streak (2-0-4) into the nation's capital to face D.C. United (16-6-6, 54 pts.) this Saturday at RFK Stadium. The Fire held onto the eighth and final playoff spot after Saturday's 2-1 win over the New England Revolution at TOYOTA PARK, and will host Cruz Azul this Wednesday for the team's third "friendly" of the season. D.C. United are coming off a 1-1 tie at
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Fire – Cruz Azul in Tamayo Financial Challenge Cup Wednesday
The Chicago Fire are set to play Mexican Primera División side Club Deportivo Social y Cultural Cruz Azul, or simply Cruz Azul, in the Tamayo Financial Challenge Cup, presented by Boost Mobile and AeroMexico, on Wednesday, Oct. 10. Kick-off for the exhibition match at
The game on Oct. 10 will be the fourth scheduled “friendly” scheduled for the 2007 season, and Chicago have played in two of the three previously-scheduled international competitions. The “Men in Red” first faced Polish side MKS Cracovia on June 22 and took away a hard-fought 1-0 win, then drew 1-1 with Scottish power Celtic FC a month later on July 22. Three days later the Fire were to meet Santos Laguna of the Mexican Primera División in La Joya,
Happy Birthday
It is hard to believe that just 10 years ago, the Chicago Fire were not even the Chicago Fire. On October 8, 1997,
Fast-forward to Oct. of 2007, and the Fire are in their tenth season of MLS play and are one of the League’s benchmark clubs. While most of MLS had a two-year head start on the Fire, the "Men in Red" made up for lost time and boast one of the most successful résumés in the League, possessing a list of accomplishments that teams twice its age would be proud of. After a nine-year journey full of trophies, travels, and talent, the 2007 campaign is a time of celebration as the Fire commemorates its 10th year of giving soccer fans in Chicagoland something to cheer for.
A Fire Birthday "Top Ten"
1 - Number of MLS Cups (1998) and MLS Supporters Shields (2003) won.
2 - Number of trophies the Fire won in their inaugural season of 1998 to capture the "Double".
3 - Number of appearances in the CONCACAF Champions Cup (1999, 2002, 2004).
4 - Number of Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups championships (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006).
5 - Consecutive seasons the Fire's two captains -- Peter Nowak and Chris Armas -- have donned the armband.
6 - Number of domestic trophies the Fire have hoisted (one MLS Cup, four Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups, one Supporters' Shield).
7 - Number of times a member of the "Men in Red" has won the Honda MLS Player of the Month honor (Andy Herron, Nate Jaqua,
Peter Nowak, Matt Pickens, Ante Razov (twice), and Hristo Stoitchkov).
8 - Number of combined MLS Cup and U.S. Open Cup Final appearances.
9 - Number of Fire players that have been named to the RadioShack MLS Best XI squad (Chris Armas, DaMarcus Beasley, Carlos
Bocanegra, Lubos Kubik, Justin Mapp, Peter Nowak, Anted Razov Zach Thornton, and Hristo Stoitchkov).
10 - Number of years the Fire have given fans something to cheer for.
“Chicago Fire Soccer Weekly” Radio Show – Fire Assistant Coach Daryl Shore
“Chicago Fire Soccer Weekly,” a half-hour weekly soccer talk show, will air its next broadcast via WXAV 88.3 FM from the campus of Saint Xavier University (SXU) this Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 6:00 p.m. CT, and each week throughout the rest of the Fire’s 2007 MLS campaign. Assistant coach Daryl Shore joins the show to discuss the Fire's 2-1 win over New England , and hosts Kevin Kellam, Angelo Bonadonna , and Terry Bonadonna will preview the upcoming match-up at D.C. United. Fans are encouraged to call in at 773.429.0463 to talk about all things Fire-related - live over the airwaves and the internet, with podcasts available through Chicago Fire or WXAV subscriptions on iTunes. For more information visit www.wxav.com or www.chicago-fire.com.
Fire – D.C. United Viewing Party at The Globe Pub
Chicago Fire Soccer has teamed up with The Globe Pub to host a viewing party this Saturday, Oct. 13, as the Fire take on D.C. United (6:30 p.m., Comcast SportsNet). The party kicks-off early with a 5:30 p.m. CT start at The Globe Pub, located at 1934 W. Irving Park, in
Rolfe's Game-tying Strike up for Sierra Mist "Goal of the Week"
In Saturday's 2-1 win over New England, forward Chris Rolfe blasted a shot low and just inside the left post, beating New England goalkeeper Matt Reis to tie the contest going into the half, and the Fire went on to win the match 2-1. Rolfe's goal not only helped the Fire in their quest to make the playoffs, but is a Sierra Mist "Goal of the Week" nominee. To vote for Rolfe’ game-tying tally as the Week 28 winner, go to www.mlsnet.com.
Chicago Fire Soccer and the
Midfielder John Thorrington notched the game-winning goal and an assist to lead the Chicago Fire Reserves (2-6-3, 9 points) past the New England Revolution Reserves, 2-1, in a Major League Soccer Reserve Division match held at the TOYOTA PARK practice field Sunday morning. Midfielder Brian Plotkin pinged one off a post and into the net in the 39th minute before
Third Thursday Hosts
The Chicago Fire and their loyal fan base will be featured guests at the next Third Thursday event presented by Sticky, on Thursday, Oct. 18, starting at 8:00 p.m. CT. As the Fire push for the postseason play, a special event to promote the playoff chase will be held at Zhou B Café, located at
2008 Season Tickets On
Being a Chicago Fire fan means being a part of a community of pride, passion, and tradition. Becoming a Chicago Fire Season Ticket Holder means never missing a moment. Make the ultimate commitment to the Chicago Fire by becoming a Season Ticket Holder and get the best prices with even better benefits! 2008 Chicago Fire Season Tickets are available at your own convenience, with Full, Half, and Flex plans now available for purchase. For more information regarding 2008 Season Tickets contact the Chicago Fire at 888.MLS.FIRE or visit our website at www.chicago-fire.com.
2008
For the best in comfort and convenience, plus the greatest mix of sports, concerts and specials events, we invite you to become a TOYOTA PARK Club Seat Holder. Some of the key benefits of becoming a Club seat holder are; midfield seat locations, Stadium Club access, VIP Parking, VIP Stadium Entrance and Pre-sale to all
