Chicago Fire FC secured a 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium with Brian Gutiérrez scoring the decisive goal in the 70th minute assisted by Hugo Cuypers. Goalkeeper Chris Brady played a crucial role, making nine saves, including a notable one in stoppage time, earning his 12th career clean sheet. Cincinnati, missing key players like Luciano Acosta, suffered their second consecutive home defeat, impacting their Supporters' Shield lead. With this win, Chicago Fire FC achieved their third road victory against Cincinnati and gears up to face Inter Miami CF next.