The Chicago Fire remain a bottom feeder in MLS with just 17 points, sitting in last place in the East again after this weekend’s 3-1 loss to FC Dallas. The Fire will take on the NASL’s Fort Lauderdale Strikers in a US Open Cup quarterfinal Wednesday at Toyota Park in Bridgeview.
With the way this season has gone for the Fire, this match provides an opportunity for redemption. But it also provides an opportunity for disaster. Here’s why the Fire absolutely need to beat Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday.
1. It’s the only opportunity for a trophy and a Champions League place
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The Fire have shown some improvement lately in their play, and they’re only six points out of a playoff spot, but let’s be realistic here.
