Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City Prediction: Preview and Key Stats

Chicago Fire II welcome Huntsville City to SeatGeek Stadium for an MLS Next Pro Group Stage clash on 24 May 2026, with both sides looking to sharpen their positions in the Eastern Conference picture. The hosts sit on 13 points from 10 matches, while Huntsville arrive with 18 points from the same number of games, already pushing firmly into the promotion playoff conversation.

From a standings perspective, this is a meeting between a mid-table Chicago Fire II side and a Huntsville team currently occupying a “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” berth. Chicago’s goal difference of -4 (11 scored, 15 conceded) underlines their inconsistency, whereas Huntsville’s +1 differential (23 for, 22 against) speaks to a more potent but still vulnerable outfit.

SeatGeek Stadium has already hosted a high-scoring encounter between these sides in March 2025, and the historical head-to-head record suggests that fans can expect another intense contest with significant implications for the Central Division and Eastern Conference standings.

Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City Key Stats

• Chicago Fire II have taken 13 points from 10 matches (5 wins, 5 losses, 11 goals for, 15 against) in the current MLS Next Pro campaign.
• Across their last five meetings in MLS Next Pro, Chicago Fire II and Huntsville City have produced two Chicago wins in regular time, two Huntsville wins in regular time, and two Chicago victories on penalties after draws.
• Huntsville City are averaging 2.4 goals scored per game this season (24 goals in 10 fixtures), while Chicago Fire II concede an average of 1.6 goals per match.

Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 6 (Chicago Fire II, Central Division) vs 3 (Huntsville City, Central Division)
• Points: 13 (Chicago Fire II) vs 18 (Huntsville City)
• Goals For: 11 (Chicago Fire II) vs 23 (Huntsville City)
• Goals Against: 15 (Chicago Fire II) vs 22 (Huntsville City)
• Clean Sheets: Chicago Fire II 2 vs Huntsville City 3

The standings underline a clear gap in attacking output. Chicago Fire II’s 11 goals in 10 matches highlight a side that struggles to create and finish chances consistently. Huntsville City, by contrast, have hit 23 in the same span, making them one of the more free-scoring outfits in MLS Next Pro, even if their defensive record (22 conceded) shows they are far from watertight.

Within the Eastern Conference context, Huntsville’s 18 points and sixth-place ranking put them firmly inside the playoff zone, reflecting a strong start built on six wins and no draws. Chicago, with 13 points and ranked 11th in the conference, are chasing that pack; their five wins and five defeats suggest a boom-or-bust profile that could either propel them back into contention or leave them drifting if they fail to take advantage of home fixtures like this one.

Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City Key Matchups

Jason Shokalook vs L. Eke

With no official top scorers or assist leaders listed, the spotlight falls on established attackers within each squad. For Chicago Fire II, Jason Shokalook is one of the recognised forwards in the group and will be central to any attempt to improve on the team’s modest return of 11 league goals. He operates in a side averaging 1.1 goals per game in the league, and his ability to capitalise on limited chances will be crucial against a Huntsville defence conceding 2.3 goals per match overall.

For Huntsville City, attacker L. Eke is part of a front line that has powered the team to 24 goals in 10 fixtures, an impressive 2.4 per game. Huntsville’s attacking metrics — including 12 goals both home and away — show they can create and score in any environment. If Eke and his fellow forwards maintain that output, they will severely test a Chicago back line that has already shipped 15 league goals.

H. Osorio vs M. Véliz

In midfield, Chicago’s H. Osorio is one of the more experienced names and will be tasked with helping his side wrest control in the middle third. Chicago’s season profile shows they have failed to draw a single match, leaning on transitional moments rather than long spells of control. Osorio’s influence in linking play and protecting the back four will be vital against a high-output Huntsville side.

On the other side, Huntsville midfielder M. Véliz operates in a unit that underpins the team’s attacking numbers. With Huntsville averaging 2.4 goals per game, the midfield’s ability to progress the ball and support the forwards has been a defining feature of their campaign. If Véliz can dictate tempo at SeatGeek Stadium, Huntsville’s attack should again generate the volume of chances that has characterised their season.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These two clubs have already developed a competitive and often dramatic rivalry in MLS Next Pro, featuring heavy wins, away upsets, and penalty shootouts. The last five meetings span from September 2023 to April 2026 and include two shootout victories for Chicago after draws, two emphatic wins for Huntsville, and one big away win for Chicago.

• 12 April 2026: Huntsville City 0-0 Chicago Fire II (MLS Next Pro, finished after penalty shootout with Chicago Fire II winning 4-2)
• 20 April 2025: Huntsville City 5-0 Chicago Fire II (MLS Next Pro)
• 9 March 2025: Chicago Fire II 1-4 Huntsville City (MLS Next Pro)
• 16 June 2024: Huntsville City 0-4 Chicago Fire II (MLS Next Pro)
• 24 September 2023: Huntsville City 2-2 Chicago Fire II (MLS Next Pro, finished after penalty shootout with Chicago Fire II winning 4-2)

Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City Prediction

Form and underlying numbers lean towards Huntsville City. The comparison metrics rate Huntsville at 80% for recent form versus Chicago’s 20%, with Huntsville also ahead in attack (68% to 32%) and defence (60% to 40%). Huntsville’s last five matches have produced 15 goals scored and only 8 conceded, while Chicago’s last five show 7 scored and 12 conceded, underscoring the visitors’ superior balance.

Head-to-head history, however, is nuanced. Huntsville have posted heavy wins — notably 5-0 at home and 4-1 away in 2025 — but Chicago have twice prevailed on penalties after draws and recorded a 4-0 away win in June 2024. The prediction markets give Chicago only a 10% chance of victory, with draw and away win each rated at 45%, and explicitly advise a “draw or Huntsville City” double chance with at least two goals in the game.

Predicted Score: Chicago Fire II 1-2 Huntsville City

Chicago Fire II League Form

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Huntsville City League Form

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Chicago Fire II Possible Starting Lineup

Goalkeepers: P. Los, P. Stechnij, D. Molenda, Aleksander Kapciak, Bryan Dowd, Owen Pratt Defenders: J. Reynolds, Christopher Cupps, J. Diouf, D. Konincks, Oluwaseun Oyegunle, J. Calle, J. Pfrommer, M. Kanyane, Chase Nagle Midfielders: Dylan Borso, H. Osorio, Samuel Williams, R. Fleming III, J. Montiel, C. Cassano, Peter Soudan, B. Richards, C. Norkett, Hugo Berg, E. Herrera, Oscar Pineda, B. Hency, B. Williams, Damian Nigg, David Poręba Forwards: O. Glasgow, D. Boltz, Jason Shokalook, D. Hyte, Vitaliy Hlyut, D. Tchéchao, Robert Turdean

Chicago Fire II have a deep squad, especially in midfield, where the likes of H. Osorio, C. Cassano and David Poręba can offer different profiles in possession. In attack, options such as Jason Shokalook, O. Glasgow and D. Tchéchao give the hosts flexibility between pace and physical presence. However, with 15 goals conceded in 10 league games and only two clean sheets overall, the defensive unit led by J. Reynolds and D. Konincks will need to be significantly more compact to contain Huntsville’s prolific front line.

Huntsville City Possible Starting Lineup

Goalkeepers: E. Arias, A. Delic, W. Mackay Defenders: G. Alonso, Z. Barrett, L. Christiano, K. Coulibaly, L. Devan, I. Enriquez, J. Gaines, J. Knight, M. Molina, N. Prince Midfielders: P. Amarh, C. Brunet, N. Pariano, A. Saliu, J. Van Deventer, M. Véliz, M. Yoshizawa, Matteo Zambrano Forwards: X. Aguilar, L. Eke, M. Ekk, A. Iniguez, S. Mohammed, F. Reynolds, D. Salukombo, Sullivan, J. Swanzy

Huntsville City’s squad is built around attacking depth. Forwards such as L. Eke, M. Ekk and Sullivan operate in a system that has already produced 24 league goals. Supporting them, midfielders like M. Véliz and N. Pariano provide the creative and transitional link that fuels their 2.4 goals-per-game average. Defensively, players such as J. Knight and J. Gaines will be central to tightening a back line that concedes 2.3 goals per match, especially away from home where 14 goals have been allowed in five fixtures.

Chicago Fire II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Huntsville City Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Chicago Fire II:

• None reported.

Huntsville City:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Double chance Huntsville City or Draw. Huntsville are given a 45% chance of victory with another 45% on the draw, compared to just 10% for a Chicago win, and they come in with stronger form and attacking metrics. (No odds available in the current data.)
• Goals Tip: Over 1.5 total goals. The advice points directly to “+1.5 goals”, and with Huntsville averaging 2.4 scored per game and Chicago conceding 1.6, plus a goal-heavy H2H history, at least two goals looks a strong angle. (No odds available in the current data.)
• Value Tip: Huntsville City to score at least one goal. Huntsville have netted 24 times in 10 league matches and 15 goals in their last five, while Chicago have kept only two clean sheets overall; backing the visitors to find the net aligns with both season-long and recent trends. (No odds available in the current data.)

How to Watch Chicago Fire II vs Huntsville City

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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