Don't look now, but we're only three weeks away from the start of the MLS is Back Tournament on July 8.
The Chicago Fire were drawn into Group A alongside host Orlando City SC, Inter Miami CF, NYCFC, Philadelphia Union, and Nashville SC. The top two teams from each of the six groups plus the best four third-place finishers will advance to the Round of 16.
Chicago Fire head coach Raphael Wicky met with the media this week to discuss his outlook for the tournament. Below are five notable quotes from the boss during his half hour press conference.