How to Be a Chicago Fire Fan

The Chicago Fire is a professional soccer team that play for the MLS. They are 4-time U.S. Open Cup Champions. The Fire call Toyota Park, in Bridgeview, Illinois, their home. Their logo is a take off of the Chicago Fire Department.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Blanco of the Chicago Fire (yosilevoy.com) The Fire have many exciting players, so pick one as your favorite. It could be former Mexican star Cuauhtemoc Blanco, or popular U.S.-born players like Chris Rolfe or Justin Mapp. Regardless of who you chose, having a favorite player will make following the team more fun.
2. Start by watching the matches on television when you get a chance. Get to know the players, the team. Care when the Fire win, and even more when they lose.
3. Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois (gridironstadiumnetwork.net) Once you have fully immersed yourself in all things Chicago Fire, go to a game. Toyota Park is a great place to see your favorite MLS team play. The energy and atmosphere at a crowded soccer match is unlike any other in sports.
4. Now that you are a true blue soccer fan, it is time to get some team garb. Aside from t-shirts and hats, jerseys are a good way to go. Decide if you want a home or road jersey, and if you want it long sleeve or short sleeve.