The Chicago Fire will look to extend their win streak to four matches when they host Toronto FC on Saturday night.
Chicago (15-11-6, 51 points) sits eighth in the Eastern Conference standings with two matches remaining, but the Fire could move as high as the top four if they win out and other results go in their favor. Getting to seventh or higher is crucial, as it means avoiding the play-in match.
The Fire officially clinched an MLS Cup playoff spot with a 5-3 win over Inter Miami on Tuesday, ending a seven-year postseason drought.
Chicago native Justin Reynolds scored the match-winning goal to secure the club's 14th playoff appearance and first since 2017.
"We're focused on more. I think it's a great moment to enjoy right now, but it's a quick turnaround," Fire coach Gregg Berhalter