New England II vs Chicago Fire II: Head-to-head Stats Before June 2026 Match
New England II host Chicago Fire II at Gillette Stadium on 21 June 2026 in an MLS Next Pro Group Stage clash that could shape the Eastern Conference picture. The fixture is scheduled for 23:00 UTC and brings together a New England II side sitting on 28 points from 13 matches against a Chicago Fire II team on 19 points from the same number of games. With New England II ranked 4th in the Eastern Conference and Chicago Fire II 10th, the stakes are high for both in terms of play-off positioning.
For New England II, who boast a strong home record of 7 wins and just 1 defeat in 8 home fixtures, this is an opportunity to consolidate their promotion play-off credentials. Chicago Fire II, by contrast, have been more inconsistent, especially away from home with 2 wins and 4 losses in 6 road matches. In this context, New England II vs Chicago Fire II stats and standings underline a matchup between a dominant home side and a dangerous but erratic visitor, adding extra intrigue to this Group Stage meeting at Gillette Stadium.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a tightly contested series between New England II and Chicago Fire II in MLS Next Pro competition.
- Previous meetings: 5
- New England II wins: 2
- Draws: 3
- Chicago Fire II wins: 1
New England II vs Chicago Fire II Timeline & Historical Context
The New England II vs Chicago Fire II timeline in MLS Next Pro is compact but already competitive, with all five recorded meetings coming across the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Every encounter has been in MLS Next Pro, underlining how these second teams have quickly built a meaningful rivalry within the league structure, often meeting in high-stakes situations.
The earliest match in this sequence took place on 31 August 2024 in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 33 at Gillette Stadium. On that occasion, New England II and Chicago Fire II drew 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time (half-time 1-1, full-time 1-1, extra time 0-0), before New England II prevailed 4-2 on penalties. The following campaign in 2025 saw the rivalry intensify, beginning on 9 June 2025 in Regular Season - 6 at SeatGeek Stadium, where Chicago Fire II and New England II again finished level at 2-2 (half-time 1-1, full-time 2-2) in another tightly fought draw.
The balance shifted on 13 July 2025 in Regular Season - 23, when Chicago Fire II hosted New England II at SeatGeek Stadium. In an open, attacking game, Chicago Fire II 3-4 New England II (half-time 2-3, full-time 3-4) gave New England II their first clear win in the series. The sides met once more in the 2025 Regular Season - 33 at Gillette Stadium on 31 August 2025, drawing 2-2 (half-time 2-1, full-time 2-2) before Chicago Fire II edged the shootout 3-1 on penalties, officially recorded as a draw in regulation. The most recent chapter came on 19 October 2025 in the Round of 16 of MLS Next Pro at Gillette Stadium, where New England II 0-1 Chicago Fire II (half-time 0-0, full-time 0-1) marked Chicago Fire II’s first outright win in regulation time and showed their ability to deliver in knockout football.
New England II vs Chicago Fire II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers underline how fine the margins have been whenever these two sides meet.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: New England II 9 - 8 Chicago Fire II
- Average Goals per Match: New England II 1.80 vs Chicago Fire II 1.60
Venue Split Performance:
- At Gillette Stadium: 3 matches played here — New England II won 1 (as home side), Chicago Fire II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
- At SeatGeek Stadium: 2 matches played here — Chicago Fire II won 0 (as home side), New England II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
New England II vs Chicago Fire II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the New England II vs Chicago Fire II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 19 October 2025: New England II 0-1 Chicago Fire II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Round of 16
- 31 August 2025: New England II 2-2 Chicago Fire II (Half-time: 2-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 33 (Chicago Fire II won 3-1 on penalties)
- 13 July 2025: Chicago Fire II 3-4 New England II (Half-time: 2-3) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 23
- 9 June 2025: Chicago Fire II 2-2 New England II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 6
- 31 August 2024: New England II 1-1 Chicago Fire II (Half-time: 1-1, Extra time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 33 (New England II won 4-2 on penalties)
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 New England II Matches Results and Stats
New England II arrive in this Group Stage fixture with strong momentum, reflected in their season-to-date form line of WWWOWW in the Eastern Conference standings. Across 13 league matches, they have 10 wins and 3 losses with no draws, scoring 20 goals and conceding 12, and their home strength is notable: 7 wins and just 1 defeat in 8 home games, with 14 goals for and 7 against. Defensively, they have kept 3 clean sheets at home and 5 overall, while failing to score only once all season, suggesting a consistently effective attack backed by a solid rearguard.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 10, Draw 0, Lose 3 (season to date)
Last 5 Chicago Fire II Matches Results and Stats
Chicago Fire II’s season-to-date profile is more volatile, with a form pattern of WLWLW in the 2026 standings and an overall record of 7 wins and 6 defeats from 13 matches, again with no draws. They have scored 21 goals and conceded 20, pointing to a more open style of play. At home they are strong (5 wins, 2 losses, 15 goals for and 10 against), but away from home they have struggled, with 2 wins and 4 defeats in 6 matches and a 6-10 goal record. Three clean sheets and two matches without scoring underline the inconsistency that has defined their campaign so far.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 7, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
History points to a finely balanced contest between New England II and Chicago Fire II, with New England II holding a narrow edge in wins and goals, and most matches decided by a single goal or going the distance to penalties. The venue split slightly favours New England II at Gillette Stadium, but Chicago Fire II have already shown they can win there in knockout football. Recent season-to-date form strengthens the case for the hosts, who combine a strong home record with a positive goal differential and consistent scoring, while Chicago Fire II remain dangerous but unpredictable, particularly on the road. Overall, the New England II vs Chicago Fire II stats suggest a competitive fixture where New England II’s home strength will be tested by a Chicago Fire II side capable of high-scoring performances but also prone to defensive lapses.
New England II vs Chicago Fire II H2H Statistics updated on 16 June 2026.
