Thank you all!
Thank you all for joining us in this intense duel with an exciting ending, it has been a pleasure to be with all of you, see you all again!
The match was played behind closed doors
There will be no results in principle about this meeting at least for the moment.
U.S. teams prepare
In addition to this friendly match, today we have Atletico Moreli vs Colorado Rapids, and Austin vs Philadelphia. Also tomorrow New England vs New York Red Bulls and Barcelona SC vs New York City. All of these can be followed here on VAVEL
Carlos Terán underwent surgery
The 23-year-old Colombian defender, who played 27 games and scored one goal last season, underwent successful surgery on his right knee a week ago to treat a torn meniscus.
All indications are that Terán will be sidelined for four to six weeks. It is doubtful that he will be available for the Philadelphia Union's home opener.
Yesterday Inter Miami played
Yesterday they lost against FC Dallas where Leo Messi and Luis Suárez returned to the starting roster, but Ferreira's goal in the 3rd minute gave his team the victory. Gerardo Martinez's team is still without a win in this preseason. A match that we could follow here on VAVEL.
The Loudoun also entered
Training in Florida where they scored this great free-kick goal
Bringing the 🔥
— Loudoun United FC (@LoudounUnitedFC) January 22, 2024
The boys are in Florida for preseason training 🌴 pic.twitter.com/K3B4jSrRw5
Images from yesterday's Chicago Fire FC training session.
Chicago Fire trained before taking on Loudoun in this friendly encounter
Fiery strikes 🔥⚽️ pic.twitter.com/CVDbqOdihn
— Chicago Fire FC (@ChicagoFire) January 22, 2024
The meeting is behind closed doors
It will be a training match and we will inform you as soon as we have details of the match.
When will they debut in the USL Championship in 2024?
They still have time to kick off the 2024 season, which will begin on March 9 at Toyota Field, home of San Antonio.
When does Chicago Fire play its first official game of the 2024 season?
They will debut in the 2024 MLS season on February 25 at the home of the Philadelphia Union.
Chicago Fire confirms coaching staff
He will be led by head coach Frank Klopas, who will be at the helm of the Chicago Fire for the second consecutive season.
Head Coach Frank Klopas reveals his coaching staff roster for the 2024 @MLS season.
— Chicago Fire FC (@ChicagoFire) January 19, 2024
▪️ Paulo Nagamura
▪️ Carlos García
▪️ Zach Thornton
▪️ Ryan Needs
▪️ Jeff DeGroot
▪️ Theodoros Antonopoulos
Upcoming Chicago Fire friendlies
New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire | Jan. 27th
Austin FC vs Chicago Fire | February 7
Los Angeles FC vs Chicago Fire | February 11
Minnesota United vs Chicago Fire | February 14
Portland Timbers vs Chicago Fire | February 17
WE RETURN
In a few minutes the match between Chicago Fire and Loudoun will kick off, both the preview and the minute by minute of the match can be followed here on VAVEL
Stay tuned to follow Chicago Fire vs Loudoun
In a few moments we will share with you the starting rosters for Chicago Fire vs Loudoun as well as the latest information coming out of the IMG Soccer Academy. Stay tuned for up-to-the-minute coverage of the match on VAVEL.
How to watch Chicago Fire vs Loudoun?
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If you want to watch it online, VAVEL is your best option.
What time is Chicago Fire vs Loudoun in Friendly Match?
This is the kick-off time of the match in several countries:
Argentina: 7:00 hrs.
Bolivia: 9:00 hrs.
Brazil: 10:00 hrs.
Chile: 9:00 hrs.
Colombia: 9:00 hrs.
Ecuador: 9:00 hrs.
Spain: 16:00 hrs.
Mexico: 9:00 hrs.
Paraguay: 10:00 hrs.
Peru: 9:00 hrs.
Uruguay: 11:00 hrs.
England: 15: 00 hrs.
USA: 10:00 hrs.
Australia: 00:00 hrs.
India: 19:15 hrs.
Watch out for this Loudoun player
Zachary Thomas Ryan, 25-year-old American forward where last season, in his first season at Loudoun, he managed 12 goals and two assists in 32 games. He has not scored since September 24.
Watch out for this Chicago Fire player
Xherdan Shaquiri, a 32-year-old midfielder and Swiss legend. The 32-year-old right winger has experience at Livepool, Stoke City, Inter Milan, Bayern Munich and Lyon. In his second season with Chicago Fire, he has seven goals and six assists in 34 appearances.
News - Loudoun
Loudoun United Football Club is a team from Virginia, which has been playing in the USL Championship since 2019. They closed the season with four consecutive defeats and eight straight matches without a loss. They have not won since August 13 at home to Las Vegas Lights. They finished second to last in the Eastern Conference in the USL Championship with 25 points, seven more than the bottom of the Conference.
News - Chicago Fire
They finished the season with two losses after losing to New York City and Charlotte. They finished the season second to last in the Eastern Conference with 40 points. Six more than Inter Miami, and three points away from the Playoffs. This will be their first friendly game of the six they have scheduled.
Background
This will be the first time in history that Chicago Fife and Loudoun United will meet in a friendly match.
The Stadium
The match will be played at the IMG Soccer Academy, a sports training stadium located in Florida. The stadium was founded in 1978.
Preview of the match
Chicago Fire and Loudoun will meet this Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in a friendly match.
Welcome to VAVEL.COM's coverage of Chicago Fire vs Loudoun in a friendly match.
My name is Manuel Carmona Hidalgo and I will be your host for this match. The analysis and news prior to the match will be offered to you here live from VAVEL.