The story behind Chicago's Fire return to its mythical stadium

The global viral pandemic still bothers in different aspects of soccer games, principally for fans that cannot assist to matches. In this case, after 15 years, Chicago Fire has finally the chance to return to their historic stadium, Soldier Field, which was witness of great heats and also big defeats. Yesterday, the Red Machine was loyal to its history and obtained a victory to honor the expected day.

In a Monday conference call coach Raphael Wicky told reporters, “going back to Soldier Field, being back in downtown, closer to the people, where obviously the club had a big history and it’s a very historic stadium. So, everyone is really excited.” And excitement transformed into motivation for its players as they won by three goals against FC Cincinnati.

In their beloved downtown bowl, Chicago Fire won several historic trophies. There was the 1998 MLS Cup triumph in the first year, a feat no other expansion team has ever achieved, a Supporters’ Shield title in 2003 and U.S. Open Cup trophies in 1998, 2000 and 2003, that made them be called by the honorific title of “Kings of the Cup.”