BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (July 13, 2019) – The Chicago Fire Soccer Club (5-9-7, 22 points) fell 2-1 to FC Cincinnati (5-13-2, 17 points) at SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday night. The result marked the Fire’s first loss at home since March 16, ending an eight-game home unbeaten streak. The Fire’s goal was scored by midfielder Nicolás Gaitán during stoppage time in the first half.
FC Cincinnati scored in the first minute of the match when a deflected cross into the six-yard box fell to midfielder Allan Cruz, who was able to volley the ball into the back of the net.