Inspired by the 40th anniversary of an iconic Chicago film, “Mike Magee Skips Schedule Release” reveals next season’s schedule through a local soccer legend’s adventure featuring cameos and Easter eggs
CHICAGO (November 20, 2025) – Chicago Fire FC today released its 2026 MLS regular season schedule with a video titled “Mike Magee Skips Schedule Release,” a nostalgic celebration of the 40th anniversary of an iconic Chicago-based film.
Featuring Chicago soccer legend and 2013 MLS MVP Mike Magee, the new video takes fans on a modern-day journey around town, offering a fresh twist on a classic Chicago adventure. Easter eggs appear throughout the scenes, including fan-favorite spots, celebrity cameos, and team supporter appearances – all leading up to the reveal of The Fire’s 2026 schedule.
“With schedule releases becoming more buzz-worthy than ever, we wanted to unveil our 2026 season schedule in a way that feels uniquely Chicago,” said Dan Moriarty, Chief Marketing Officer at Chicago Fire FC. “This video is a celebration of our club, our city, our fans, and the incredible momentum we’ve built heading into next season.”
Filmed on location at several recognizable sites including The Art Institute of Chicago and Wrigley Field, “Mike Magee Skips Schedule Release” features surprise cameos from local personalities including celebrity chef and Food Network co-host Jeff Mauro; Chicago Fire Director of Football and Head Coach Gregg Berhalter; current Chicago Fire players Omar Gonzalez, Sam Rogers, Andrew Gutman, and Jonathan Dean; Chicago Fire legends Magee and former midfielder Drew Conner; former Chicago Stars legend Yuki Nagasato; and soccer journalists Tim Hotze (MenInRed97 Media) and Joe Chatz.
The video also features local professional mascots including Chicago Fire’s own Sparky, Chicago Stars FC’s Supernova, The Chicago Sky’s Skye the Lioness, and Jewel-Osco’s JoJo; and scenes filmed at popular Chicago Fire venues including the club’s newly opened Endeavor Health Performance Center, 2nd Star Tavern at the Endeavor Health Fire Pitch, and The 78 – site of the club’s recently announced privately-funded, soccer-specific stadium.
The full 2026 MLS schedule is now available at chicagofirefc.com/schedule. Fans can watch “Mike Magee Skips Schedule Release” on the club’s official YouTube channel and social media platforms, and below.
As the club sets sights on its 2026 schedule, Chicago Fire FC aims to build on the momentum of a transformative 2025 campaign. Last season marked the club’s first postseason appearance since 2017, its first playoff victory in more than a decade, and a ninth-place finish in the Eastern Conference – signaling a new era of growth on and off the pitch.
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About Chicago Fire FC
The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is an American professional soccer club that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998 as one of the League’s first expansion franchises. The Fire have won six major domestic titles, including the 1998 MLS Cup; the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups; as well as the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield. Chicago Fire FC’s affiliate team, Chicago Fire II, plays in MLS NEXT Pro, a professional league that completes the pro player pathway from MLS NEXT, the youth academy programs, through to MLS. The Chicago Fire Academy currently features five teams ranging from U-13 to U-18. The Club’s charitable arm, the Chicago Fire Foundation, was recognized as ESPN’s 2019 Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year and has made significant contributions to enhance the lives of disadvantaged youth throughout Chicagoland, providing over $10 million back to the community. The Fire train at the Endeavor Health Performance Center, a $100M state-of-the art-facility and play their home matches at historic Soldier Field. For more information, visit chicagofirefc.com.
