Chicago Fire dominated a blowing 5-0 against Sporting Kansas City

Chicago Fire FC delivered a dominant 5–0 win over Sporting Kansas City at Soldier Field, improving their record to 5-2-2 (17 points) while handing Kansas City another heavy defeat. Philip Zinckernagel led the scoring with two goals, while Hugo Cuypers continued his standout form with a brace—his second in consecutive matches—setting a club record for scoring in back-to-back games. Maren Haile-Selassie also contributed with his second goal of the season in a commanding team performance.

After a quiet first half, Chicago surged ahead early in the second when a handball led to a penalty opportunity. Although Cuypers’ attempt was saved, Zinckernagel capitalized on the rebound to open the scoring. He added a second goal in the 65th minute after a well-worked sequence with teammates, showcasing skill and composure for his first multi-goal game with the club.

Chicago maintained relentless pressure, with Cuypers extending the lead after a precise assist from Zinckernagel, marking his seventh goal in six matches. Haile-Selassie later added another after rounding the goalkeeper on a fast break. In stoppage time, Cuypers sealed the victory with his second goal, finishing off a corner sequence to complete a comprehensive five-goal performance for the Fire.

Goals:
CHI – Zinckernagel 51’

CHI – Zinckernagel 65’

CHI – Cuypers 73’

CHI – Haile-Selassie 79’

CHI – Cuypers 90+8’

Venue: Soldier Field (Chicago)
Attendance: 17,992

Referee: Brandon Stevis
Assistant Referees: Ian McKay, Tyler Wyrostek
Fourth Official: Sergii Boiko
VAR: Edvin Jurisevic
AVAR: Fabio Tovar