The Chicago Fire have re-signed German defender Arne Friedrich.
After signing with Chicago last March, Friedrich made 23 appearances and had one goal for the Fire. The 2-time German World Cup veteran was part of a back line that held opponents to 41 goals during the regular season, tied for second best in the Eastern Conference.
The Fire announced the signing Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not released.
Thursday, June 13 2013 11:45 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:45:37 GMT
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson has been selected by U.S. Men's National Team Head Coach Jurgen Klinsmann for the upcoming international friendly against Belgium.
The Chicago Fire defeated the Columbus Crew 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinal round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
Saturday, June 8 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-06-09 03:33:37 GMT
Substitute Daniel Paladini scored on a 26-yard free kick in the 82nd minute to lift the Chicago Fire into a 2-2 draw with the Portland Timbers on Saturday night.
Substitute Daniel Paladini scored on a 26-yard free kick in the 82nd minute to lift the Chicago Fire into a 2-2 draw with the Portland Timbers on Saturday night.
Monday, June 3 2013 1:46 AM EDT2013-06-03 05:46:38 GMT
An own goal knocked in by D.C. midfielder Nick DeLeon and a late score by Chicago newcomer Mike Magee gave the Fire a 2-0 victory over the United on Sunday.
An own goal knocked in by D.C. midfielder Nick DeLeon and a late score by Chicago newcomer Mike Magee gave the Fire a 2-0 victory over the United on Sunday.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:20:17 GMT
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson has been selected by U.S. Men's National Team Head Coach Jurgen Klinsmann for the upcoming international friendly against Belgium.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson has been selected by U.S. Men's National Team Head Coach Jurgen Klinsmann for the upcoming international friendly against Belgium.
Saturday, May 11 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-05-12 03:29:40 GMT
Jack McInerney scored his league-leading seventh goal of the season Saturday and Zac MacMath made six saves to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire.
Jack McInerney scored his league-leading seventh goal of the season Saturday and Zac MacMath made six saves to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire.
Thursday, April 25 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-04-25 20:23:38 GMT
Wells Thompson has been suspended one game and fined an undisclosed amount for his challenge on Columbus Crew midfielder Agustín Viana in the 12th minute of the match on Saturday, April 20.
Wells Thompson has been suspended one game and fined an undisclosed amount for his challenge on Columbus Crew midfielder Agustín Viana in the 12th minute of the match on Saturday, April 20.
Sunday, April 14 2013 9:36 PM EDT2013-04-15 01:36:24 GMT
Brad Davis had a goal and an assist, and the Houston Dynamo set an MLS record for longest home unbeaten streak in all competitions with a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Fire on Sunday.
Brad Davis had a goal and an assist, and the Houston Dynamo set an MLS record for longest home unbeaten streak in all competitions with a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Fire on Sunday.
Sunday, April 7 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-04-08 00:59:12 GMT
Maicon Santos scored twice and Daniel Paladini had a goal and two assists to lead the Chicago Fire to a 3-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Sunday.
Maicon Santos scored twice and Daniel Paladini had a goal and two assists to lead the Chicago Fire to a 3-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Sunday.
Saturday, March 9 2013 11:09 PM EST2013-03-10 04:09:28 GMT
Forward Jerry Bengtson scored in the 62nd minute, goalkeeper Matt Reis made four saves and the New England Revolution opened their season with a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire on Saturday night.
Forward Jerry Bengtson scored in the 62nd minute, goalkeeper Matt Reis made four saves and the New England Revolution opened their season with a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire on Saturday night.
