Major League Soccer


Home Win
Charlotte 3 - 0 New York City FC
Who will win?
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Charlotte
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Draw
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New York City FC
Match Date: October 28, 2025 | Kick-off: 23:45 GMT | Competition: USA Major League Soccer | Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
Charlotte FC host New York City FC in a Major League Soccer matchup with strong implications for the postseason picture. Kick-off is set for 23:45 GMT at the Bank of America Stadium, where Charlotte will aim to extend their dominant home record over NYCFC.
Football Park’s predictive algorithm rates Charlotte as 73.3% favourites, reflecting a formidable home advantage and consistent attacking production. The model forecasts 2.5 total goals with 1.5 expected for Charlotte and 1.0 for New York City, projecting a clear statistical edge for the hosts.
Our top-rated data selections for this fixture are Charlotte FC to Win @ 2.40 and Under 2.5 Goals @ 2.10 (implied), representing the highest-value outcomes based on win probability and goal metrics. Expect Charlotte’s efficiency in the final third to make the difference in what could be a disciplined, data-backed home win.
Football Park’s advanced model points strongly toward a Charlotte victory. The hosts enter this match with a 73.3% chance of winning, while NYCFC’s win likelihood sits at just 26.7%, underlining the one-sided nature of the algorithm’s projections.
Charlotte’s consistent scoring record — 1.5 expected goals per game at home — has been a key factor in their rise this season. Defensively, their compact structure has restricted visiting sides to limited opportunities, reflected in NYCFC’s 1.0 expected away goals and a Both Teams to Score probability of only 37.5%.
Football Park’s Top 2 Betting Tips:
Charlotte FC to Win @ 2.40 – Backed by a 73.3% win probability; Charlotte’s dominant home data profile and historic advantage make this our highest-rated selection.
Under 2.5 Goals @ 2.10 (implied) – With just a 41.3% chance of over 2.5 goals, the data suggests a controlled, lower-scoring contest where Charlotte dictate tempo without conceding heavily.
Predicted Scoreline: Charlotte FC 3-0 New York City FC
This projection aligns with both sides’ historical trends — Charlotte’s offensive sharpness against NYCFC’s struggles to convert away from home.
Expected Charlotte FC vs New York City FC lineups show a tactical contrast between Charlotte’s compact, possession-oriented setup and NYCFC’s transition-based approach.
Charlotte FC are likely to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, utilising their wide play and quick combinations to overload flanks. Their 1.5 expected home goals underline consistent creativity, while their 73% probability of a first-half lead highlights the importance of a fast start. Charlotte’s early aggression often pays dividends — they’ve scored before half-time in 87% of recent home matches.
New York City FC will likely deploy a 4-3-3 system, prioritising stability in midfield but facing difficulties against high-pressing teams. Their 1.0 expected goals and low first-half scoring rate (only 20% chance of leading at the break) suggest they may struggle to break through Charlotte’s disciplined defensive lines.
The Half-Time/Full-Time forecast of Home/Home (73.3%) reinforces the pattern of Charlotte establishing control early and maintaining it through 90 minutes. Confirmed Charlotte FC vs New York City FC lineups will be published via Football Park’s match hub closer to kick-off.
The Charlotte FC vs New York City FC timeline tells the story of a fixture dominated by the hosts since Charlotte’s MLS debut.
Charlotte have won all four home meetings in this fixture, conceding just two goals in the process. Football Park’s 3-0 Correct Score prediction aligns perfectly with these historical outcomes, reflecting their sustained dominance at the Bank of America Stadium.
The data also supports a 93% chance of at least one first-half goal, reinforcing Charlotte’s reputation as fast starters. Their ability to capitalise early often dictates match rhythm, while NYCFC’s away metrics — particularly a 37.5% BTTS probability — suggest limited response capacity once behind.
In analysing recent Charlotte FC vs New York City FC matches, Football Park’s model emphasises Charlotte’s reliability and efficiency in front of goal. With a 73.3% win probability and 41.3% likelihood of over 2.5 goals, the numbers indicate a structured but decisive home performance.
Charlotte’s home matches average 2.5 total goals, closely matching the model’s projection, and their defensive record — conceding fewer than 1.0 goals per home game — provides the foundation for another shutout. NYCFC’s 26.7% win probability stems largely from their struggles against teams that press aggressively and dominate possession phases.
The Under 2.5 Goals market (implied value around 2.10) gains additional weight from NYCFC’s 63% record of matches finishing below that threshold when playing away to top-six sides. Bettors seeking steady returns will find both the Home Win and Under 2.5 Goals selections backed by converging data points.
Football Park’s algorithm and in-house betting analysis highlight the following as the top data-driven markets for this MLS clash:
Charlotte FC to Win @ 2.40 – A 73.3% home win probability reflects Charlotte’s tactical superiority, strong goal expectancy, and unbeaten record against NYCFC at home.
Under 2.5 Goals @ 2.10 (implied) – With a 58.7% probability for under 2.5 goals, this market aligns with both teams’ disciplined tactical setups and Charlotte’s history of clean-sheet victories.
Predicted Scoreline: Charlotte FC 3-0 New York City FC
The model expects Charlotte’s pressing and structured buildup to overwhelm NYCFC, maintaining their perfect home record in this fixture. The Home/Home Half-Time/Full-Time projection adds supplementary confidence for bettors seeking combined-value markets.
As always, Football Park advises bettors to wager responsibly — using data insights as guidance, managing stakes effectively, and maintaining disciplined betting habits.
Kick-off: 23:45 GMT, Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
Referee: To be confirmed closer to matchday
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Broadcast: Available via Apple TV MLS Season Pass and international streaming partners.
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