Fire acquire 2 international slots from Rapids for $850K

Field Level MediaField Level Media|published: Tue 3rd February, 15:32 2026
MLS: MLS Cup Playoffs-Western Conference Semifinal-LAFC at Vancouver Whitecaps FCNov 22, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; General view of practice balls on the pitch prior to the game between Los Angeles FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images

The Chicago Fire acquired two 2026 international roster slots from the Colorado Rapids.

In exchange, the Rapids received $600,000 in general allocation money in 2026 and $250,000 more in 2027.


Chicago opens the 2026 MLS season on the road against the Houston Dynamo on Feb. 21.

Colorado also begins the campaign on the road against the Seattle Sounders on Feb. 22.

--Field Level Media

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