It’s the Inter Miami CF versus the Chicago Fire FC at Soldier Field on September 9, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:30 PM ET
- Location: Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
- Streaming: Apple TV
How to Watch Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC on September 9, 2026
You can watch the Chicago Fire FC take on the Inter Miami CF live on DIRECTV on Apple TV on September 9, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET.
Inter Miami CF (12-7-4) at Chicago Fire FC (11-5-6) — Match Preview
Inter Miami CF (12-7-4) travel to Soldier Field to face Chicago Fire FC (11-5-6) in a matchup between two of the league’s top three sides this season. Miami’s record has them second in the MLS standings, while Chicago sits just one spot behind at third despite dropping only five matches all year.
Lionel Messi continues to lead the Miami attack with 18 goals and 12 assists across 20 appearances, and he shares the frontline with Luis Suárez, who has added 12 goals of his own in 19 games. Chicago counters with Hugo Cuypers, who has been remarkably efficient in front of goal, scoring 13 goals in just 11 appearances this season.
Rodrigo De Paul has quietly turned into one of Miami’s most important pieces too, setting up 10 goals from midfield in 18 appearances, while Philip Zinckernagel has given the Fire a similar two-way threat with 5 goals and 9 assists of his own.
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What Time is the Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC Match Today?
The Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC match starts at 8:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC?
You can watch Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC on Apple TV.
Players to Watch: Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC
Inter Miami CF
Lionel Messi — F. Messi anchors the Inter Miami CF attack with 18 goals and 12 assists across 20 appearances this season, numbers that put him at the center of nearly every scoring chance Miami creates. His combination play up front has kept the Herons among the league’s most dangerous transition sides, and Chicago’s back line will have its hands full containing him for the full match.
Luis Suárez — F. Alongside Messi, Suárez brings 12 goals in 19 appearances, giving Miami a second reliable finisher who can operate off the shoulder of the last defender. The pairing has made Miami’s front two one of the toughest to marshal in MLS this season.
Rodrigo De Paul — M. De Paul has turned into Miami’s chief creator, setting up 10 goals in 18 appearances from midfield. His vision from deep gives the Herons a second scoring outlet beyond the strike partnership up top, stretching defenses that key on Messi and Suárez alone.
Chicago Fire FC
Hugo Cuypers — F. Cuypers has been Chicago’s most efficient finisher, scoring 13 goals in just 11 appearances this season. That scoring rate leaves little doubt about his instincts in the box, and it’s why Miami’s back line can’t afford to lose track of him for a moment.
Philip Zinckernagel — F. Zinckernagel pairs 5 goals with 9 assists across 21 appearances, giving Chicago a forward who contributes as much in buildup as he does inside the box. His link play with Cuypers has been central to the Fire’s push up the table this season.
Andrew Gutman — D. Defender Gutman has chipped in 4 assists over 17 appearances, an uncommon number for a Fire back-line piece and a sign of how often Chicago pushes numbers forward from deep. His overlapping runs down the flank add another layer for Miami to account for defensively.
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