Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – Match Preview

Charlotte FC will welcome Atlanta United to the Bank of America Stadium for the Major League Soccer’s opening fixture this Friday at 23:30 GMT. Charlotte, currently 12th with 38 points, aims to ascend the ranks. Atlanta, in 20th place with 28 points, seeks a victory to boost their position. Both teams started the season hoping to break into the top six. They are now eager for a win to revive their campaigns and inch closer to their initial goals.

Charlotte FC – Form

Charlotte FC has shown consistency in their recent performances, with two draws and one loss. They drew 1:1 with New York Red Bulls at home on August 24th, a result that defied bookmakers’ predictions. Karol Swiderski scored for Charlotte. Before this, they secured a goalless draw against Cruz Azul at home in the Leagues Cup, which was a positive outcome. Their loss was to Philadelphia Union, away in the Leagues Cup, with a score of 1:0, as expected by pre-match forecasts.

Atlanta United – Form

Atlanta United has experienced varied results lately. They were defeated 2-0 by LA Galaxy away in a Major League Soccer match on August 25th, in line with predictions. Before this, they drew 0-0 with Santos Laguna at home in the Leagues Cup on August 4th, a disappointing result. Their game against DC United on July 27th ended in a 3-3 draw, another unexpected outcome.

Charlotte FC – Atlanta United – Head to Head

The last match between these two teams was on June 2, 2024. Charlotte FC secured a 3-2 win in a thrilling Major League Soccer game. In their past 10 meetings, Charlotte FC has won 3 times, and Atlanta United has won twice. This gives Charlotte a slight advantage in their encounters. Both teams scored in 4 of their last 5 meetings, indicating a tendency towards offensive play. The last 3 matchups saw more than 2.5 goals, suggesting the upcoming game could be high-scoring.

Charlotte FC – Atlanta United – Standings

As they prepare for this match, Charlotte FC is in 12th place with 38 points from 26 matches. They are seen as a mid-table team with potential to reach the top six. Atlanta United is 20th, 10 points behind Charlotte, with the same number of matches played. Despite similar preseason expectations, Atlanta’s performance has been below par. They are keen to narrow this gap and fulfill their potential in the upcoming game.

Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – Top scorers

Patrick Agyemang leads the attack for the home team with 7 goals this season. He is supported by Kerwin Vargas and Liel Abada, who have scored 5 and 4 goals, respectively. Iuri Tavares and Ashley Westwood also contribute, with 3 and 2 goals. On the visiting side, Daniel Rios and Saba Lobzhanidze have each scored 6 goals. Jamal Thiare has added 5 goals. Stian Gregersen and Xande Silva have each contributed 2 goals, showcasing the team’s scoring depth.

Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Charlotte FC win at 1.90, with a draw at 3.90 and an Atlanta United win at 3.75. Charlotte’s strong home record and Atlanta’s recent away struggles influence these odds. Charlotte has won three of their last five matches against Atlanta. The absence of key injuries or suspensions could improve Charlotte’s chances further.

For alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” option for Charlotte leading at both intervals is at 2.40. The “draw-no-bet” market for Charlotte is at 1.40, offering a safety net in case of a draw. The “double-chance” bet for a Charlotte win or draw is at 1.25, reflecting its lower risk.

Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 1.60, and “Under 2.5” at 2.30. Past matches and current form suggest a game with more than 2.5 goals is likely. Both teams have shown they can score and concede, indicating a potential for a high-scoring match. The “Over 2.5” bet at 1.60 is attractive for those expecting continued offensive play.

Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – BTTS Betting

Odds for both teams to score are 1.571 for ‘Yes’ and 2.25 for ‘No’. Recent encounters and both teams’ scoring records support the ‘Yes’ option. Given their attacking strengths and defensive weaknesses, ‘BTTS: Yes’ at 1.571 is a likely outcome for this match.

Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United – Prediction