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Chicago Fire vs Nashville SC: Crash Landing

Jun 23, 2021; Nashville, TN, USA; Nashville SC midfielder Hany Mukhtar (10) handles the ball during the second half against the Toronto FC at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

It’s an outcome that many could’ve easily predicted, although not quite as aggressive as this. The Chicago Fire’s dream has taken an abrupt ending with a shocking 5-1 loss in Nashville. Though there are some extenuating circumstances that can be found throughout the match and preceding it, a loss of this nature is just inexcusable. Here’s how it went down.

After a fairly pedestrian first few minutes, things didn’t look that off.