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Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire prediction, odds, MLS picks [2/21/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Houston Dynamo vs Chicago Fire predictions for MLS Saturday.
Houston will face Chicago in MLS action at Shell Energy Stadium on Saturday, commencing at 8:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven MLS model predicts Houston as the most likely winner of the Houston vs. Chicago game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's MLS game between Houston and Chicago 10,000 times as part of our MLS predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently suggests a 42.2% chance of Houston winning, a 34.3% chance for Chicago, and a 23.5% chance of a draw.
Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 61% chance of going over, according to our model.
Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire odds
We have sourced the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Moneyline
| Houston | Chicago | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| +125 | +200 | +260 |
Total Goals
| Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 |
|---|---|
| -140 | +115 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Houston Dynamo 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 | Chicago | +200 |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 | -140 |
According to our MLS best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 2.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire: Correct score predictions
Here are the top three most likely final scores according to our model, with a 1-1 draw being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| HOU 1-1 CHI | 10.6% |
| HOU 2-1 CHI | 8.8% |
| HOU 1-2 CHI | 7.9% |
These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, which means the most likely correct score can differ from our predicted winner.
Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between Houston and Chicago in MLS at Shell Energy Stadium is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM ET.
- Who: Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: Shell Energy Stadium
World Cup 2026 watch: Chris Brady (USA)
Chicago goalkeeper Chris Brady is firmly on the radar for USMNT fans this season as excitement builds as we approach the FIFA World Cup 2026—a tournament generating demand for World Cup news and early discussions about who will win the World Cup. With the United States placed alongside Australia, Paraguay, and one of Türkiye, Romania, Slovakia, or Kosovo in Group D next year, Brady's club form will be tracked closely.
Conclusion
According to our computer model, Houston has a 42.2% win probability on Saturday, Chicago has a 34.3% win probability, and there is a 23.5% chance that the game will end in a draw.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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