Chicago Fire beat FC Cincinnati in close encounter

Chicago Fire overcame FC Cincinnati in a close win on Saturday, 2x3, relating to matchweek 3 of the MLS. To this matchweek, Cincinnati's team came from a draw, and Chicago, IL's team came from two defeats. Brandon Vázquez was decisive with 1 goal.

The first-half ended with a goalless draw.

The first goal of the game was scored by Jhon Durán, after 56 minutes. After 59 minutes, Brian Gutiérrez struck the second goal for Chicago Fire, laid on by Chris Mueller. With 75 minutes on the clock, Jhon Durán doubled the lead for Chicago, IL's team. In the 78th minute, Luciano Acosta fired home for FC Cincinnati, assisted by Ronald Matarrita. Brandon Vázquez netted the last goal in the final minutes of the game. Deep into added time, Sergio Santos left the game early after seeing a red card.

. With regard to the next fixture, Chicago Fire will host NE Revolution, whilst FC Cincinnati visit DC United.