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John discusses the Chicago Fire's performance in the 2026 Leagues Cup and their upcoming match against Portland Timber with guest Neil Sika.

Signup for The Hotline (MIR97's Newsletter) here: https://www.meninred97.com/#/portal/signup The Fire stay perfect! Berhalter's side extend the win streak to 4, and finish as the top team in Phase 1 of the 2026 Leagues Cup. John is joined by Apple TV Match Analyst Neil Sika to talk to recap the tournament and talk the return to league play as the Fire face off with Portland Timber in Soldier Field on Saturday. Will the Fire keep the good times rolling? Or will Marti Cifuentes begin his tenure with a win in league play?

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