Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – Match Preview

An exciting Major League Soccer clash is on the horizon. Charlotte FC is set to host Chicago Fire FC at the Bank of America Stadium. This match, scheduled for Tuesday night at 23:30 GMT, marks the tournament’s opening round. Charlotte FC, currently 16th with 42 points, aims to use their home advantage to ascend the standings. Chicago Fire FC, in 28th place with 30 points, seeks to improve their position. Both teams, eyeing a top-six finish, know the value of a win here. It’s not just about the points but also the morale boost at this pivotal season stage.

Charlotte FC – Form

Charlotte FC’s recent performances have shown variability. Their last match on September 28, 2024, against Inter Miami CF, ended in a 1:1 draw. This result exceeded bookmakers’ expectations. Before this, they faced a 2:0 defeat against Orlando City, failing to score. A 2:1 loss to CF Montreal also marked their journey, despite being favorites. Tim Ream scored their only goal in that match. These outcomes contrast with the team’s overall expectations.

Chicago Fire FC – Form

Chicago Fire FC has also had a mixed run recently. Their latest game on September 29 against Toronto FC ended in a 1:1 draw. This result did not meet bookmaker expectations. Before this, they faced a 2:0 defeat by CF Montreal, with Martinez and Clark scoring for the opposition. A visit to Nashville SC on September 19 ended in a 1:0 loss, with Surridge scoring the winning goal. These results were generally anticipated.

Charlotte FC – Chicago Fire FC – Head to Head

The last encounter between Charlotte FC and Chicago Fire FC was on May 16, 2024. Charlotte FC secured a 1:0 victory. In their past 5 meetings, Charlotte FC has dominated with 4 wins. Chicago Fire FC managed just 1 win, showcasing Charlotte’s recent edge in this matchup. In these encounters, both teams failed to score in any of the matches. Charlotte FC has won their last 4 consecutive matches against Chicago Fire FC. They have scored in each of these recent head-to-head meetings, keeping total goals under 3.5 in their last 3 victories.

Charlotte FC – Chicago Fire FC – Standings

As the Major League Soccer action unfolds, Charlotte FC is ready to face Chicago Fire FC. This match is the tournament’s opening round at the Bank of America Stadium. Charlotte FC, in 16th place with 42 points from 31 matches, aims to leverage their home field. They’ve scored 37 goals and conceded 34, showing a balanced performance. Chicago Fire FC, however, is in 28th place with 30 points after 32 matches. They have scored and conceded 55 goals, indicating defensive challenges. Both teams had moderate top-six aspirations but are currently underperforming. Charlotte FC, with a game in hand, sees this as a chance to move closer to their goals. Chicago Fire FC is eager to change their fortunes.

Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – Top scorers

The home team boasts a group of dynamic forwards. Patrick Agyemang leads with 8 goals, posing a significant challenge for defenders. Kerwin Vargas follows with 6 goals, while Liel Abada has added 5. Iuri Tavares and Karol Swiderski, each with 3 goals, have also contributed significantly this season.

For the visitors, Hugo Cuypers has been outstanding with 10 goals. Brian Gutierrez, from midfield, has scored 6 goals. Maren Haile-Selassie has also made a notable impact with 5 goals. Kellyn Acosta and Fabian Herbers, with 2 goals each, complete a versatile attack.

Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Charlotte FC win at odds of 1.73, reflecting their form and history over Chicago Fire FC. The odds for a draw are at 4.00, with an away win for Chicago at 4.20. Charlotte’s recent form and head-to-head record, along with Chicago’s defensive issues, suggest a likely home victory. Alternative betting markets include “halftime-fulltime” with Charlotte leading at half and winning at full time at odds of 2.30. The “draw-no-bet” market offers odds of 1.333 for Charlotte. The “double-chance” market provides odds of 1.222 for a Charlotte win or draw.

Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” odds are set at 1.65, with “Under 2.5” at 2.20. Past matches between these teams have often seen fewer than 3.5 goals. Charlotte FC’s balanced goal record and Chicago Fire FC’s defensive record suggest “Under 2.5” at 2.20 as an interesting bet.

Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – BTTS Betting

The odds for both teams to score are 1.667 for “Yes” and 2.10 for “No”. In their last five meetings, Charlotte FC scored in all matches. Charlotte’s recent form and home advantage make “BTTS: Yes” at 1.667 a likely outcome for bettors.

Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC – Prediction