Orlando City 1, Chicago Fire 0: What We Learned

We knew the Fire wasn't going to go undefeated in 2022, but it stings a little knowing the officials took the result out of the Fire’s hands a little bit. However, especially in a loss, there are always takeaways to be had. This is what we learned from the Chicago Fire’s 1-0 road loss to Orlando City.

Respect The Rules

We’ve seen the Fire fall prey to the pocket after trying to stop a restart a few times this season, but this is the first time it’s really blown up in their face. Brian Gutierrez put himself in a bad spot early by blocking a free kick in the 5th minute, then put himself in a position for the referee to make a decision. And the ref certainly his decision. Gutierrez was sent off…