Chicago Fire Fc vs Inter Miami Cf Picks and Predictions April 13th 2025

With or Without Messi, Inter Miami and Chicago Fire Set for High-Octane Clash

Two of MLS’ most electrifying offenses are set to collide Sunday afternoon as Inter Miami visits Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Fire. With superstar Lionel Messi’s status still uncertain, both teams are preparing for a high-tempo matchup that could showcase some of the league’s top attacking talent — no matter who steps on the pitch.

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Miami Rides Emotional High Into Road Test

Inter Miami (4-0-2, 14 points) enters the weekend fresh off an emotional comeback victory over LAFC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Messi scored twice in the 3-1 win (3-2 on aggregate), helping Miami advance to the semifinals. However, their previous MLS match ended in a frustrating 1-1 draw with Toronto, despite fielding a full-strength lineup.

The big question ahead of Sunday’s trip to Chicago is whether Messi will play. The Argentine icon, who has now started three consecutive matches since April 2, has yet to make an appearance in a game against the Fire at Soldier Field — to the dismay of local fans.

“If they are feeling fine, they will play,” said Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano. “By feeling fine, I mean 100 percent physically and mentally. If any of them are not, they will rest.”

Even without Messi, Miami’s offense has proven to be lethal. Luis Suarez continues to be a threat up front, while Miami still averages two goals per game in league play — one of the best marks in MLS.

Fire Look to Bounce Back at Home

Chicago (3-2-2, 11 points) saw its five-match unbeaten run snapped on April 5 in a 2-1 loss to the New York Red Bulls. But the Fire have held their own offensively, matching Inter Miami’s scoring rate with two goals per match and building confidence with strong performances from Hugo Cuypers, who leads the team with five goals.

The Fire are expected to welcome back creative midfielder Brian Gutierrez, a key addition to their attacking setup, as they look to secure their first win since March 22.

“Even with guys like Messi and Suarez, it’s not trying to shut them down completely,” said Fire coach Gregg Berhalter. “It’s about limiting the damage, and again, how do we hurt them when we have the ball?”

However, the backline remains a concern. Defenders Jack Elliott and Sam Rogers are still recovering from injuries, leaving the Fire potentially vulnerable against Miami’s free-flowing front line.

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A Matchup Built for Fireworks

Whether Messi plays or not, Sunday’s showdown is shaping up to be a battle of firepower. With both teams averaging two goals per game, don’t expect a cagey affair. For Miami, this is about keeping momentum. For Chicago, it’s about proving they belong in the conversation with the league’s elite.

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One thing’s for sure: fans at Soldier Field are in for a show.