Chicago Fire FC vs. Nashville SC

Chicago Fire FC lost 3-0 to Nashville SC on Saturday at GEODIS Park, with goals from Sam Surridge (33'), Cristian Espinoza (78'), and Hany Mukhtar (87'). The result keeps Chicago (11-8-6, 39 points) in fifth place in the Eastern Conference, while Nashville (17-3-6, 57 points) stayed atop the Supporters' Shield standings and became the first club to clinch a spot in the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs. Georgian international Anzor Mekvabishvili made his MLS debut for Chicago, entering in the 75th minute. Chicago next travels to face Charlotte FC on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Bank of America Stadium.