Chicago Fire FC II is set to face Philadelphia Union II at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, on Friday, August 15. The match is an Eastern Conference fixture in the MLS NEXT Pro league.

Chicago enters the game following a 3-3 draw against New York City FC II. In that match, Chicago overcame a two-goal deficit with help from an own goal and a goal by Claudio Cassano in the first half. Jason Shokalook, the team’s leading scorer, added another goal in the second half to secure the draw. Goalkeeper Bryan Dowd made two saves in the shootout that followed, earning Chicago an extra point.

Philadelphia Union II comes into this game after being shut out 2-0 by New York Red Bulls II. Despite having one of the strongest attacks in MLS NEXT Pro, Philadelphia’s defense has been key this seaso

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