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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get D.C. United vs Chicago Fire predictions for MLS Wednesday.
D.C. United and Chicago will meet in MLS action at Audi Field on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced MLS model projects Chicago as the most likely winner of the D.C. United vs. Chicago game.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's match, including best bets and picks.
D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's MLS matchup between D.C. United and Chicago, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently indicates a 36.1% chance of D.C. United winning, a 38.8% chance for Chicago, and a 25.1% chance of a draw.
Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over, according to our model.
D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire odds
We have researched the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Moneyline
| D.C. United | Chicago | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| +190 | +130 | +260 |
Total Goals
| Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 |
|---|---|
| -150 | +100 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | D.C. United | +190 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 | +100 |
According to our MLS best bets, the top play to make on this game is D.C. United to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire: Correct score predictions
The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 1-1 draw being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| DCU 1-1 CHI | 11.8% |
| DCU 0-1 CHI | 8.5% |
| DCU 1-2 CHI | 8.5% |
These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, meaning the most likely correct score can differ from our predicted winner.
D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between D.C. United and Chicago in MLS at Audi Field is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire
- Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Audi Field
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Conclusion
According to our computer model, D.C. United has a 36.1% win probability on Wednesday, Chicago has a 38.8% win probability, and there is a 25.1% chance that the game will end in a draw.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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