Charlotte vs Philadelphia Union Prediction 18 October 2025
🔊 The upcoming clash between Charlotte and Philadelphia Union promises to be an exciting battle, as both teams are in impressive form this season. Charlotte sit fourth in the standings, highlighting their competitiveness. Their strong home form makes this encounter particularly intriguing. Philadelphia Union, the league leaders, will travel with confidence following their recent victories. Both teams are expected to field their main squads without significant rotation, ensuring a high-quality match. Tactical play will be crucial: Charlotte aim to dominate the midfield, while Philadelphia will rely on their swift counterattacks.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 14 June 2025 and ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative look at the statistics from that encounter (with Philadelphia Union playing at home):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 17 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 2.
📊 Statistical preview of official matchups between Charlotte and Philadelphia Union:
- 8 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 4, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 9 for Charlotte, 8 for Philadelphia;
- average first-half total - 0.5, second-half - 1.63;
- average goals per match - 2.13.
Head-to-head statistics Charlotte - Philadelphia Union
Charlotte Team Overview
The team's latest official match took place on in the MLS, featuring D.C. United as the hosts and Charlotte as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Charlotte vs D.C. United):
- possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 13 vs 4;
- fouls: 13 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
Charlotte have been consistent this season, currently sitting in fourth place in the standings. The team is in good form, with 7 wins and 3 losses in their last ten games, demonstrating their ability to compete with any opponent. In their most recent match, the club secured a victory with ease, indicating a positive mindset ahead of the upcoming fixture. Charlotte's playing style focuses on ball control and solid defense. Their last encounter against Philadelphia ended in a 2-1 defeat.
Match Results: Charlotte
Philadelphia Union Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the MLS, with Philadelphia Union hosting New York City. The game concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Philadelphia Union vs New York City):
- possession: 39% vs 61%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Philadelphia Union are topping the league thanks to their stellar performance: 20 wins and only 7 losses this season speak volumes. In their last five matches, the team has showcased versatility-securing three victories but also suffering two defeats. They favor an aggressive style, focusing on rapid attacks and high pressing immediately after losing possession. However, a trend indicates that they struggle with scoring on the road, netting fewer than 1.5 goals in nearly all their recent away games.
Match Results: Philadelphia Union
Latest news
Charlotte
📝 The team's recent fervor may have dimmed slightly, but that doesn't make things any easier for their opponents. Charlotte are heading to the playoffs, with only their final conference position in question. The upcoming match offers a chance to secure crucial points, and the status of their opponent provides a good test of their strength ahead of the next tournament stage. Their defense has been performing well, effectively covering up the shortcomings and misses of the offense. This was evident in their match against D.C. United (1-0). Not everything went perfectly, yet they still secured three points.
⚽️ Charlotte's danger lies in the unpredictability of their attack. The team doesn't rely on just one player, as they boast many talented performers. This could be an X-factor in the playoffs.
❌ A major concern remains the injury to Pep Biel, the club's key midfielder. His participation in the upcoming match is uncertain. We'll see what the medical team and coaching staff decide.
Philadelphia Union
📝 The team has clinched their conference early, leaving them with little motivation for this match. Philadelphia are clearly eyeing the title, boasting the balance needed to triumph in MLS. With no easy defenses in the playoffs, it's a fresh start for everyone. The club are currently in fine form, riding a three-match winning streak without conceding a single goal and scoring eight. It's hard to pinpoint weaknesses in such a performance.
⚽️ Tai Baribo and Bruno Damiani will lead the charge for the title. Both forwards have solid stats this season. However, these aren't the only effective options Philadelphia have.
✅ No injury concerns.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 8;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 4, draws - 2.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Philadelphia Union
- matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- wins: 18 vs 20;
- win percentage: 55% vs 61%;
- losses: 13 vs 7;
- draws: 2 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 6;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
- Charlotte have not lost in 8 of last 9 home games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.13, the guests - 1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.13;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Philadelphia Union
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 2.73;
- average total goals scored: 1.61 vs 1.73;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.67 vs 0.7;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.94 vs 1.03;
- Charlotte: average total at home in the tournament - 1.94;
- Philadelphia Union: average total away in the tournament - 1.31;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.5) vs 1.8 (away - 1.6).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Charlotte games (MLS).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Charlotte home games (MLS).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 13 of last 15 Philadelphia Union away games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 11.63 (6.75 - for home team and 4.88 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 11 (8 - for home team and 3 - for away team).
Charlotte: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.91; at home field - 3.38;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.9; at home field - 2.5.
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6, away - 4.88;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4; away - 3.
- Charlotte have taken over 3.5 corners in last 8 games against Philadelphia Union.
- Charlotte have taken over 3.5 corners in last 7 games against Philadelphia Union (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.76 (1.38 for home team and 1.38 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3 (1.33 for home team and 1.67 for away team).
Charlotte: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.94; at home - 1.75;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.6; at home - 1.75.
Philadelphia Union: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.55, away - 2.81;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; away - 2.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 8;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Philadelphia Union
- number of matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 17 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Charlotte at home - 7 (44%);
- number of BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away - 5 (31%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Charlotte at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Philadelphia Union away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
The clash between Charlotte and Philadelphia promises intrigue, with contrasting team styles and tournament ambitions at play. Charlotte have been formidable at home, a trend highlighted by their unbeaten run in eight of their last nine MLS matches on their own turf. Meanwhile, Philadelphia often struggle to find the net away from home. Considering these factors, betting on Charlotte not to lose appears to be a well-founded prediction. It takes into account the hosts' consistent home performances and the visitors' occasional struggles on the road. A possible scoreline could be 2-0 in favor of Charlotte.
No comments
Betting Tips: Charlotte - Philadelphia Union
in 6 of last 7 home games (MLS)..svg)
in 8 of last 9 home games (MLS).
in 8 of last 9 Charlotte games (MLS).in 6 of last 7 Charlotte home games (MLS).in 13 of last 15 Philadelphia Union away games (MLS).in last 6 games against Philadelphia Union.in last 5 games against Philadelphia Union (MLS).in 11 of last 12 games.in 8 of last 9 games (MLS).in 7 of last 8 home games (MLS).
Comparison of Teams Stats
Other predictions
