Chicago Fire FC will travel to face Detroit City FC in the Round of 32 of the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, according to an announcement by U.S. Soccer and Chicago Fire FC on April 2. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, Michigan, with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. Central Time. Fans can watch the game live on CBS Sports Golazo Network and Paramount+.
This matchup is significant as it marks the second consecutive year that Chicago Fire FC will meet Detroit City FC at this stage of the tournament. Last year, Chicago won against Detroit with a score of 4-0 in the same round. Detroit City advanced to this year’s Round of 32 after a narrow victory over Flint City Bucks, thanks to a goal from forward Alex Dalou.
Chicago Fire FC is one of sixteen Major League Soccer teams participating in this year’s competition and was designated as one of eight away teams before the tournament began. The club has achieved notable success historically in the U.S. Open Cup, holding four championships (1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006), which ties them for most titles by an MLS team and gives them records for most wins and semifinal appearances among MLS clubs.
The full schedule for the Round of 32 includes several other matches across April 14 and April 15 featuring teams from both Major League Soccer and lower divisions.
According to the official website, Chicago Fire FC competes in Major League Soccer conferences with a professional roster. The club also fosters soccer growth in the Midwest through community initiatives and supports youth development programs while utilizing Soldier Field for its matches and events.The club incorporates crest designs inspired by local history.
Looking ahead, fans are encouraged to sign up for updates about ticket information as anticipation builds around whether Chicago can extend its record-setting run or if Detroit will advance further than previous years.
