Houston Dynamo vs Chicago Fire staff picks
The start of the 2026 season is here. We asked our staff for their predictions on tonight’s match between the Houston Dynamo and Chicago Fire.
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New Season, New Look: Houston Dynamo Host Chicago Fire to Kick Off 2026
The Houston Dynamo begin the 2026 season at home against Chicago Fire, looking to set the tone early under the lights at Shell Energy Stadium. Here is our preview with how to watch the game, some things to look for, the availability report, our best guess at a predicted lineup, and more.
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Houston Dynamo 2026: Reinicio con intención
Más que fichajes, Houston encaró un reajuste estructural. 2026 no comienza con promesas, sino con señales claras.
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Bayou City Soccer 2026 predictions
Where will the Dynamo finish in the Western Conference? Who scores the most goals for Houston? Who wins MLS Cup? We asked our staff these questions and more in our 2026 season predictions!
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Enemy Scouting Report - Chicago Fire FC
Can the Houston Dynamo start the 2026 season with three points? We take a look at the Chicago Fire’s key players and what we might see from them tomorrow night.
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Bayou City Soccer’s 2026 Golden Boot Draft
Bayou City Soccer’s MLS Golden Boot Draft is back for 2026, turning goal-scoring projections into a season-long battle of strategy, ego, and survival. Eight managers. Sixty-four picks. One simple rule:
Just goals.
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Previewing Houston Dynamo vs Chicago Fire FC with Joe Chatz
The Houston Dynamo begin the 2026 season Saturday night. We talked to Chicago Fire radio analyst and On Tap Sports Net writer Joe Chatz to get some insight on the Fire ahead of the match.
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Throwback Thursday: Chicago Fire return to Houston
The Chicago Fire visit Shell Energy Stadium and the Houston Dynamo this weekend for the first time since 2022. A lot has changed since then. We look back at that match, as well as some other recent memorable meetings between the two clubs.
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Houston Dynamo trade Griffin Dorsey to Orlando City
Griffin Dorsey, the last remaining player from the 2021 squad, has been traded to Orlando City.
Now the Dynamo must replace one of Ben Olsen’s most trusted pieces.
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Three Players to Watch: Chicago Fire FC
Each week we’ll be diving more into the Houston Dynamo’s opponent, including in this series where we’ll take a look at three players to watch from the upcoming opponent. First up, three players to keep an eye on as the Chicago Fire come to town to open the 2026 season.
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Three most important players for the Houston Dynamo in 2026
Stability. Service. Star quality.
We take a look at the three most important players for the Houston Dynamo in 2026.
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Three breakout players for the Houston Dynamo in 2026
Breakout seasons aren’t always loud.
If the Houston Dynamo take a step up in 2026, it may be because these three turn opportunity into impact.
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Houston Dynamo launch Mission Control kit
Houston Dynamo FC have launched their new alternate kits. Named the "Mission Control Kit", the purple and orange shirt will be worn for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
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Meet the New Guys - Mateusz Bogusz
Houston needed more creativity and goals. Mateusz Bogusz brings both, and a proven MLS track record, to the Dynamo attack.
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Meet the New Guys - Franco Negri
The Dynamo added an experienced left back on a low-risk, cap-friendly deal. Can Franco Negri rediscover the form he showed before his ACL injury to contribute to this Houston defense?
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Meet the New Guys - Nicholas Markanich
A proven goal scorer.
Who is Nick Markanich and can he bring goals to the Houston Dynamo?
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Houston Dynamo sign Polish attacker Mateusz Bogusz
The Houston Dynamo have landed a new Designated Player, signing Polish attacker Mateusz Bogusz from Cruz Azul in a deal reportedly worth up to $10 million.
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Meet the New Guys - Guilherme
A captain. Goals. Assists. Big moments.
Who is Guilherme — and what does he bring to Houston’s attack?
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Meet the New Guys - Agustin Bouzat
“A very dynamic midfielder that likes to have the ball.”
Who is Agustín Bouzat, and why do the Dynamo believe he’s a perfect fit for Houston?
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Meet the New Guys - Lucas Halter
A captain in Brazil. A winner at the highest level.
Who is Lucas Halter, and how does he fit into the Dynamo’s plans for 2026 and beyond?
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