The Chicago Fire have advanced to the quarterfinals of the US Open Cup, beating Atlanta United 1-0 on the road. It was a typical cup contest, with momentum constantly swinging back and forth during the first half.
The men in red were able to grab the only goal of the game early in the second half, with Nemanja Nikolic finishing off a well-worked team goal, tapping in at the back post. The defense was able to hold on until the end and book their spots in the next round, where they will face Louisville City FC at Toyota Park.