New England II vs Chicago Fire II: Head-to-head Stats and Past Meetings

New England II host Chicago Fire II at Gillette Stadium in an MLS Next Pro Group Stage clash on 21 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 UTC. The fixture brings together two Eastern Conference contenders: New England II arrive in strong shape near the top of the standings, while Chicago Fire II are fighting to consolidate their position in the middle of the conference pack. With both sides already showing clear attacking identities this season, the stage is set for a tactically intriguing contest.

In the 2026 MLS Next Pro standings, New England II sit on 28 points from 13 matches, ranked 2nd in the Northeast Division and 4th in the Eastern Conference, driven by a 10–0–3 overall record and a dominant 7–0–1 home return. Chicago Fire II come in with 19 points from 13 games, ranked 6th in the Central Division and 10th in the Eastern Conference, with a 7–0–6 record and a more mixed away profile (2–0–4). Against this backdrop, the New England II vs Chicago Fire II stats and historical trends give important context to what looks like a key Group Stage encounter.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested matchup between New England II and Chicago Fire II, with draws and narrow margins a recurring theme.

• Previous meetings: 5
• New England II wins: 1
• 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 built entirely within this competition and is characterised by fine margins and repeated stalemates. Across five meetings from 9 June 2025 to 19 October 2025, neither side has been able to establish sustained dominance, with both clubs sharing wins and multiple draws in regular season and knockout contexts.

Their earliest recorded clash in this sequence came on 9 June 2025 in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 6 at SeatGeek Stadium, where Chicago Fire II hosted New England II. That match finished 2–2 (half-time 1–1), underlining the attacking intent on both sides and setting an early tone of balance. On 13 July 2025, again in the Regular Season (Round 23), the fixture shifted to SeatGeek Stadium with Chicago Fire II as hosts once more; New England II edged a high-scoring 4–3 away win after leading 3–2 at half-time, marking the only clear regulation-time victory for the Foxborough side in this head-to-head set.

The rivalry then moved to Gillette Stadium for a run of tight contests. On 31 August 2024 in Regular Season - 33, New England II and Chicago Fire II drew 1–1 after extra time (half-time 1–1, full-time 1–1, extra time 0–0), with New England II prevailing 4–2 on penalties. As a match decided by a shootout, it is counted as a draw in the H2H record despite New England II advancing. A similar pattern appeared on 31 August 2025 in another Regular Season - 33 meeting at Gillette Stadium: New England II 2–2 Chicago Fire II (half-time 2–1), with Chicago Fire II winning 3–1 on penalties, again logged as a draw in the head-to-head ledger. Most recently, on 19 October 2025 in the Round of 16 at Gillette Stadium, Chicago Fire II claimed a 1–0 away win (half-time 0–0), their only regulation-time victory in this series and a notable knockout success on the road.

New England II vs Chicago Fire II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline how evenly matched these sides have been, with goals and results distributed almost perfectly across the five encounters.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: New England II 9 - 9 Chicago Fire II
• Average Goals per Match: New England II 1.80 vs Chicago Fire II 1.80

Venue Split Performance:

• At Gillette Stadium: 3 matches played here — New England II won 0 (as home side), Chicago Fire II won 1 (as away side), 2 draws
• 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) – 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

For New England II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign to date paints the picture of a high-performing, front-foot side, especially at Gillette Stadium. Season to date, they have won 10 of 13 matches with no draws, backed by a 7–0–1 home record. Offensively, they average 1.5 goals per game overall (1.8 at home) and have scored 20 times in 13 fixtures, while conceding only 12 (0.9 per match). Their clean-sheet count of 5 and just one home game without scoring underline a strong balance between attacking production and defensive solidity. The form line of “WWWWLLLWWWWWW” reflects a team that has recovered from a brief dip to re-establish sustained winning momentum.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 1 (based on most recent five results within the season-to-date form)

Last 5 Chicago Fire II Matches Results and Stats

Chicago Fire II’s season to date shows greater volatility but also clear attacking potential. Across 13 MLS Next Pro matches, they have a 7–0–6 record, with a strong home return (5–0–2) contrasted by a more fragile away performance (2–0–4). They average 1.6 goals scored per match (2.1 at home, 1.0 away) and 1.5 goals conceded, for a total of 21 scored and 20 allowed. The form string “WLWLW” at conference level and “WLWWWLLLWLWLW” over the full season indicates alternating wins and losses without draws, suggesting a high-risk, high-reward style. Three clean sheets and only two matches failing to score highlight that they usually pose an offensive threat, even if defensive lapses have cost them points, particularly on the road.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 2 (based on most recent five results within the season-to-date form)

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a finely balanced matchup between New England II and Chicago Fire II, with the head-to-head record level at one win each and three draws, and the goal tally locked at 9–9 over five meetings. The New England II vs Chicago Fire II stats and timeline underline that margins have been slim, with two penalty shootouts and only two regulation-time victories across all encounters. However, the broader 2026 season context tilts slightly towards New England II: they have been outstanding at Gillette Stadium and defensively consistent, while Chicago Fire II have been more erratic away from SeatGeek Stadium despite their capacity to score. Overall, the numbers suggest a competitive fixture in which New England II’s home strength meets a Chicago Fire II side capable of unsettling them, especially if the match opens up into another high-intensity, chance-filled contest.

New England II vs Chicago Fire II H2H Statistics updated on 16 June 2026.