Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire: Preview, How to Watch It, & Predicted Lineups

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·29 August 2026

Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire: Preview, How to Watch It, & Predicted Lineups

I know I’m getting repetitive, but we are here to present a new MLS matchday, where many teams try to shorten their way into the playoff race. On the other hand, the last thing we are going to watch from US clubs is the Leagues Cup, because every team has been eliminated.

Still, let’s not be sad; we continue watching our best players every week and weekend. And our first encounter is a beautiful piece of art between the Seattle Sounders and the Chicago Fire.

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The Sounders look to rebound from a difficult stretch, while the Fire aim to put their defeat to Monterrey behind them and push further up the Eastern Conference standings.

With that being said, join us for this Seattle Sounders vs. Chicago Fire preview. In this article, we will discuss the latest news, provide information on how to watch the game, and present the predicted formation.

Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire: Preview, How to Watch It on TV, & Predicted Lineups

Aug 25, 2026; Bridgeview, Illinois, USA; Chicago Fire defender Joel Waterman (16) runs on the pitch during the first half of the Leagues Cup Quarterfinals against Monterrey at SeatGeek Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

When is the kick-off? Saturday, August 29th
What time is kick-off? 4:30 pm ET
Where is it played? Lumen Field, Seattle

Predicted lineups for Sounders vs the Fire

Seattle Sounders:

Goalkeeper: Andrew Thomas
Defenders: Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, Stuart Hawkins, Ryan Sailor, Antino Lopez
Midfielders: Peter Kingston, Snyder Brunell, Sebastian Gomez, Edson Carli, Paul Rothrock
Forwards: Osaze De Rosario

Chicago Fire:

Goalkeeper: Chris Brady
Defenders: Leonardo Barroso, Samuel Rodgers, Joel Waterman, Viktor Radojevis
Midfielders: Sam Williams, Mauricio Pineda, Maren Haile-Selassie
Forwards: Philip Zinckernagel, Robert Lewandowski, Jonathan Bamba

Where to watch the Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire

The encounter between these two teams will start at 4:30 pm ET at Lumen Field in Seattle.

This match is available to watch live on Apple TV. Remember, all MLS games can only be watched through Apple TV.

Injury Report

Seattle Sounders:

Pedro de la Vega - Quad (Out)
Jesús Ferreira - Hamstring (Out)
Yeimar Gómez Andrade - Calf (Out)
Peter Kingston - Suspended (Out)
Nikola Petković - Knee (Out)
Jackson Ragen - Knee (Out)
Paul Arriola - Calf (Questionable)

Chicago Fire:

André Franco - Lower Body (Out)
Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Lower Body (Out)
Chris Mueller - Not Due to Injury (Out)

Score Prediction

Based on the preview, the Chicago Fire appear to have the upper hand and are favored to win this match comfortably. However, the Seattle Sounders are not at their best right now, but they are still a competitive team that can deliver a good battle.

Still, if the Sounders don’t solve their lack of defensive solidity, the Fire wingers will have a feast on the sidelines.

Playing at home could give Seattle a boost, but overcoming Chicago will require more than just home support. The Sounders must address their on-field challenges to secure a result.