Chicago Fire Playoff Rundown

Photo: chicago-fire.com

How ‘bout ‘dem Fire?  Despite a glorious win in RFK Stadium, the Fire’s playoff dreams hang with their success and the failures of other strong MLS squads. Currently, four teams are vying for one lone spot in the 2011 MLS Playoffs (New York Red Bulls, Portland Timbers, Chicago Fire, and D.C. United) Here’s the rundown for Chicago:

Chicago Fire clinch a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs if:

-       they defeat Columbus Crew AND

-       Portland Timbers fail to win their two games AND

-       D.C. United tie or lose to EITHER Portland Timbers or Sporting Kansas City

-       New York Red Bulls lose to Philadelphia Union AND

-       Chicago overcome a goal difference with New York of 5 goals

This sounds like a lot, but after a victory like this, they feel like they can do just about anything right now.  Here’s to hoping Henry chokes. 

By: Matt Sinacore