Chicago Fire FC will resume its preseason training camp, presented by Bodyarmor, in Austin, Texas this week as the team continues its preparation for the Club’s 25th season in MLS.
While in Austin, the Fire will play preseason matches against three MLS opponents at Austin FC’s training facility. Chicago will first face Toronto FC at 12:00 p.m. CT on Saturday, Feb. 12. Four days later, the Club will take on FC Dallas in a preseason Brimstone Cup match at 11:00 a.m. CT on Wednesday, Feb. 16. The Fire will close out its second phase of preseason training with a contest against hosts Austin FC on Saturday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 p.m. CT.
All three matches will take place at Austin FC's St. David's Performance Center and will be closed to the public. The Fire’s preseason games against Toronto FC and FC Dallas will be live streamed on www.ChicagoFireFC.com and the Club’s official mobile app. Per league rules, the live stream will only be available to fans within 75 miles of Soldier Field.
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Chicago Fire FC Team Schedule (Feb. 7-13)
Monday, Feb. 7
Training at 10:00 a.m. CT
Tuesday, Feb. 8
Training at 10:00 a.m. CT
Wednesday, Feb. 9
Training at 10:00 a.m. CT
Thursday, Feb. 10
Training at 10:00 a.m. CT
Friday, Feb. 11
Training at 10:00 a.m. CT
Saturday, Feb. 12
Chicago Fire FC vs. Toronto FC at St. David’s Performance Center at 12:00 p.m. CT (Preseason Match)
Sunday, Feb. 13
Off day
The Fire’s training sessions feature comprehensive health and safety protocol, including regular testing of players, coaches and staff for COVID-19.