The second 45 minutes are already being played, with Montréal leading against Chicago Fire. Ismael Kone (18' 1T) and Romell Quioto (23' 1T, from a free kick) are the authors of the 2-0 goals at Soldier Field.
The visiting team arrives motivated to this match after a victory in their previous game. Their opponent will seek a better result after being defeated in their last championship match.
Chicago Fire couldn't overcome New York City FC at SeatGeek Stadium. In the previous 4 matchdays, their results were varied: 2 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw.
CF Montréal arrives with high spirits after defeating New England Revolution 4-0. In the last few matches, they achieved 2 wins and 2 draws.
Michael Radchuk was the referee chosen for the match at Soldier Field.
Probable lineup of Chicago Fire today
The team led by Ezra Hendrickson sets up their game with a 4-5-1 formation, with Gabriel Slonina in goal; Boris Sekulic, Carlos Terán, Rafael Czichos, and Jonathan Bornstein in defense; Brian Gutiérrez, Federico Navarro, Ían Torres, Xherdan Shaqiri, and Chris Mueller in midfield; and Jhon Durán in the forward position.
Probable lineup of CF Montréal today
On the other hand, the team led by Wilfried Nancy takes the field with a 3-5-2 strategy, with Sebastian Breza in goal; Gabriele Corbo, Joel Waterman, and Kamal Miller in defense; Alistair Johnston, Djordje Mihailovic, Victor Wanyama, Lassi Lappalainen, and Joaquín Torres in midfield; and Ismael Kone and Romell Quioto in the forward positions.