Hey, soccer fans! Nick is back and this time he's bring the kids! Tune in as our host breaks down the players in the lead for Major League Soccer's All-Star game fan voting. He also takes a look at the rules and selection procedures. Then, with the help of his three kids, Nick analyzes which players from the Chicago Fire are worth of All-Star selection by head coach Nico Estevez of Austin FC.

It should come as no surprise to you that Hugo Cuypers, Philip Zinckernagel, Chris Brady, and Jonathan Bamba are all discussed. Is there anyone else for the Men in Red that deserve to be in consideration? Is the Fire's losing reputation keeping the public from voting for deserving players?

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Hey, soccer fans! Nick bad with another episode of Feed the Fire. Nashville SC once again played boogeyman to the Chicago Fire this time defeating them 2-0 at home. The Men in Red generated a number of opportunities, but couldn't convert in the end. Nashville took advantage of the few shots on goal they had, and were able to sweep the Fire in the 2025 MLS season. Tune in as we break down the tactics, stats, and player performances from the match.

Nick also takes the time to review the Eastern Conference standing at the halfway point of the season. Hear which teams are surprising, which teams are struggling, and how the Fire's next opponent - the Philadelphia Union - have surprised Major League Soccer this season.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire defeated DC United 7-1 in a historic victory. Tom Barlow had a hat-trick, Jason Shokalook had an assist in his first MLS match, Philip Zinckernagel played the 10 position, and did we mention Tom Barlow had a hat trick!? Tune in for the stats, impressions, and outlook on the season after this win.

Nick also previews the Fire's match against Nashville SC, a team sitting in 4th in the Eastern Conference, and a team that hasn't lost in 10 straight matches across all competitions. Will the Fire fare any better on home soil?

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Hey, soccer fans! Nick is back with more Chicago Fire talk. In this episode, we pick up the conversation about the Fire's new stadium announcement with a focus on seating, capacity, and ticket prices. There has been a lot of criticism around only having 22,000 seats and the fears of rising prices, but this is the standard for soccer specific stadiums and MLS clubs. Also, the organization will be able to create a neighborhood-wide match day experience. Tune in for Nick's thoughts on these topics and the initial fan reaction.

Nick also looks ahead at the Men in Red's next opponent: DC United. These teams have gone in two different directions since they met in Chicago for the Fire's home opener. Look to the Fire to have another good offensive performance despite players being out for international duty. Nick predicts a Fire victory. What do you think?

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Big news for Chicago Fire fans! The club finally announced their new, Chicago stadium! In this episode, Nick dives deep into the latest Chicago Fire FC stadium news, what it means for the future of soccer in Chicago, and how it could reshape the MLS landscape in 2025. He also gives his thoughts on the use of the stadium outside of soccer events and why the White Sox should be kept far away from thsi development.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Chicago Fire new stadium updates

• Quotes from Joe Mansueto and Don Garber

• Reactions from around the league

Whether you're a die-hard supporter of the Men in Red or a casual MLS fan, this show gives you the latest scoop on one of the most passionate clubs in Major League Soccer.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire have bounced back again. The loss at NYCFC is in the rear view, and the Men in Red put on a great performance against Orlando City SC, winning in Orlando, and taking 4 points from their Eastern Conference rivals this season. Tune in as Nick breaks down the match trends, stats, and outstanding performances of the match. John Donovan also lends his thoughts, and be sure to leave your comments below!

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Hey, soccer fans! Welcome back to Feed the Fire! Today, we catch up on some listener comments, recap the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Chicago Fire's 3-1 loss at NYCFC, and look forward to their next match against Orlando City. Of note, we break down the key plays, goals, red cards, and status from the match.

Is Brian Gutierrez mature enough to be the main man for the Men in Red?
Where's Kellyn Acosta?
Can Cuypers, Bamba, and Zinckernagel keep scoring without better midfield play?

All this and more inside, so stay tuned!

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Hey, soccer fans! It's a great time to support the Chicago Fire! The club is on a 4 game win-streak across all competitions. They've moved into a play-in spot in the Eastern Conference standings and advanced to the quarterfinals of the US Open Cup, and they are about to announce signing international superstar Kevin DeBruyne! (If you believe the international reports.)

Tune in as we breakdown all the news for the Men in Red and preview their match against NYCFC this upcoming Sunday. Nick is predicting a winner, so tune in to hear how the Fire stack up against the Pigeons and how they pull off yet another road win.

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