Time is local to the home team.
Despite losing the franchise's all-time scoring leader Ante Razov to Spanish club Racing de Ferrol, Chicago likely will not miss a beat. Collecting 19 points in 25 games during the 2000 campaign, Josh Wolff is expected to partner veteran Hristo Stoitchkov up front. This season, the Fire will field a blend of youth and experience while trying to repeat as Central Division champions. 2000 MLS Rookie of the Year Carlos Bocanegra will join U.S. international C.J. Brown along the back line. Named the United States Soccer Federation's Male Athlete of the Year for his play with the national team, Chris Armas remains the foundation upon which the Fire's midfield is built.