The MLS has resumed after the early rounds of the US Open Cup and the international break, and week 16 saw Real Salt Lake being dealt a blow to their hopes of reaching the play-offs while Houston Dynamo suffered a surprise thumping defeat at the hands of Portland Timbers.
Real Salt Lake came into their fixture against Chicago Fire in eighth place in the Western Conference, one position behind the final play-off spots.
They had the opportunity to put some pressure on Minnesota United and give themselves some breathing space ahead of San Jose Earthquakes who don't play until Thursday.