FTF Ep. 14 - What did we just watch? Fire Flat vs. DC United

04/03/23 • 33 min

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Hey, Fire fans! What did we just watch? I wish I could say the Chicago Fire's flat play vs. DC United was a bad April Fool's joke, but sadly it's a result of an anemic offense, a defense barely holding it together, and a head coach unable to adjust/adapt over the course of a game...or a season...or his career (TBD).

In today's show, our host looks at the offensive woes and how the team is operating on the slimmest of margins for error. Defensively, the team got lucky that Taxi Fountas and Christian Benteke had off-games, otherwise this could've been a 3-0 route at home. (And defense is supposed to be their strength!) Finally, Nick breaks down Fire manager Ezra Hendrickson's post-game comments, revealing that Ezra literally doesn't have the answers.

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FTF Ep. 13 - Previewing Chicago Fire vs. DC United

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Hey, Fire fans! Who is ready for a win streak!? After a successful outing in Miami, the Men in Red are back home to take on DC United. The Fire and their fans are ready to cheer on the squad to another victory.

In today's show, our host asks whether the Fire will start Gutierrez over Shaqiri, how the Fire can solidify their back line, and what are the strengths and weaknesses against a DC United team in a bit of flux. And don't forget to listen to the end for the betting odds and Nick's prediction. Enjoy the show and the match!

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FTF Ep. 15 - The Loons have landed! Previewing Chicago Fire vs. Minnesota United

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Hey, Fire fans, the Loons have landed! MNUFC is in town to take on the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field. In today's episode, Nick asks three questions about the Men in Red and previews how he expects Minnesota United to play out this match, and whether Ezra Hendrickson or Adrian Heath will get the better of their opponent.

For the Fire:

Who starts at center-mid? Shaqiri or Gutierrez?
Who starts as the outside-backs? Navarro and Souquet or Dean and Aceves?
Will we see new Greek striker Georgios Koutsias? (I certainly hope so!)

Meanwhile on the Loons side of the pitch, I expect a defend-and-counter style. In order for the Fire to break this team down, they'll need to work on their possession and score quickly. Can they do it?

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