New England Revolution Faces Chicago Fire in U.S. Open Cup Match

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (May 20, 2025) – The New England Revolution continue their journey in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup tonight as they face the Chicago Fire FC at Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET, with fans able to watch on CBS Sports Golazo Network or listen on radio at 98.5 The Sports Hub HD2.

This Round of 16 matchup follows New England’s 2-1 victory over Rhode Island FC, with Tomás Chancalay and 17-year-old Cristiano Oliveira contributing goals. The Revolution have been strong defensively, sitting atop the MLS with only 10 goals allowed this season, but they are up against a Chicago team that boasts a potent offense.

Chicago Fire FC comes into this match with momentum after a 4-0 win against Detroit City FC in their previous Open Cup match. The Fire have scored a total of 24 goals this season, ranking them among the league’s best, showing their offensive prowess under the new leadership of head coach Gregg Berhalter.

New England holds a historical edge over Chicago, being unbeaten in their last 12 regular-season meetings dating back to 2019, while their encounters in the U.S. Open Cup have also seen exciting results. The most recent matchup in the tournament was a semifinal win for the Revolution in 2016.

As the teams prepare to battle for a spot in the quarterfinals, both sides are expected to field competitive lineups. The Revolution will showcase their new “Eastern White Pine” kits, which honor the historic Flag of New England.

Revolution head coach Caleb Porter has expressed confidence in giving opportunities to younger players while still aiming for victory. “Winning is a part of development,” he said. The club’s focus is on building talent while maintaining competitive integrity in the tournament.

The winner of tonight’s match will advance to the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals, facing a busy schedule with further league games approaching.