The Vancouver Whitecaps sought to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday in style, with a positive performance in Chicago, against the Fire. It didn’t happen.
This match came on the heels of a heartbreaking shoot out loss in the US Open Cup. With many of Chicago Fire’s top players going 120 minutes on Wednesday, there was hope that tired legs and an emotional loss could fuel an upset. If the Caps were to come away from Chicago with points, it certainly would be an upset, as Chicago had 8 wins and 1 draw at home, with a +18 goal differential at home.