Didier Drogba to the Chicago Fire. I'm not sure how it even started but now we are really getting into absurdity.

Chicago Fire confirm talks with Chelsea's Drogba

Thanks for the big headline Tribal Football. On yesterday's conference call, Chicago Fire head coach Frank Klopas did say all of the following: "Drogba?

Chicago Fire Soccer Club owner Andrew Hauptman opened up to a small group of reporters following Thursday's partnership announcement at Quaker Plaza. Despite the fact that all of his official business was already taken care of, Hauptman was still around after the media had interviewed players, Frank Klopas, and MLS personnel.

The Chicago Fire will have Quaker Oats as their jersey sponsor, the club announced on Tuesday. Chicago last had Best Buy as their front of jersey sponsor. In a press statement, Chicago Fire president Andrew Hauptman said "It's an honor to partner with a trusted Chicago-based brand like Quaker Oats that shares the same sense of community as the Chicago Fire.

Thursday's big event at Quaker Plaza, 555 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL marked the first live presentation of the partnership between Quaker Oats and the Chicago Fire. Chicago Fire Soccer Club owner Andrew Hauptman, Chicago Fire players, Quaker Foods and Snacks North America president Jose Luis Prado and Quaker Oats Company employees were all on hand in addition to some other civic leaders, curious fans, and members of the media.

Photo: Daniel Gajdamowicz

Philadelphia Union

SI says a real crisis is developing with the Union thanks to an unpolished attack, goalkeeping gaffes and the Califf controversy.

SB Nation editor Jeremiah Oshan weighs in on the meaning of the Califf controversy:

"The Califf decision is just the latest and strangest decision he's made that has put the Union in this position.