Charlotte vs DC United preview
STANDINGS
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Promotion
Promotion Playoffs
Relegation
Data last checked: Aug 23
Events
Statistics
Possession
CHL
62%
DCU
38%
Top Statistics
0
Shots
5
21
Dangerous attacks
18
62
Possession
38
3
Corners
6
7
Free kicks
7
0
Yellow Cards
2
Match Overview
3
Goal Kicks
2
12
Throwins
7
4
Successful Headers
0
5
Dribble Attempts
1
4
Successful Dribbles
0
80
Successful Dribbles Percentage
0
Attacking
60
Attacks
40
Possession
47
Long Passes
23
272
Passes
157
221
Successful Passes
121
81
Successful Passes Percentage
77
2
Key Passes
7
30
Successful Long Passes
8
64
Successful Long Passes Percentage
35
Defensive
1
Saves
1
4
Tackles
5
4
Interceptions
6
25
Duels Won
18
Build-up
2
Total Crosses
9
1
Accurate Crosses
1
Discipline
1
Offsides
0
7
Fouls
7
CONTEXT
Entering the second half at minute 45, Charlotte controls the majority of possession at 64 percent while DC United operates with 36 percent. The away side has created the stronger chance profile with 0.59 expected goals against Charlotte's 0.29. No red cards have been shown, preserving full squads on the pitch. Pre-match signals positioned Charlotte as the stronger side yet the live situation has remained level with neutral alignment to those expectations. Efficiency has registered below pre-match markers for the home team despite territorial dominance. Both sides continue to probe without decisive separation in the ongoing half.
TL;DR
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Live state: The second half at minute 45 remains level with balanced control and no cards issued.
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Structural vs live: Charlotte was pre-match stronger yet the live draw sits in line with neutral signals.
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Projection vs live: Live projection stays neutral relative to pre-match expectations for the sides.
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xG trend: DC United leads xG at 0.59 to Charlotte's 0.29 showing superior chance creation.
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Possession profile: Charlotte holds 64 percent possession against DC United's 36 percent reflecting home territorial edge.
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Event impact: Absence of red cards maintains full strength with efficiency below pre-match levels.
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Second-half outlook: The second half continues with xG and possession dynamics suggesting further shifts ahead.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)
Quality vs Volume
Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11
Open Play vs Set Play
Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%
Expected Points
| Team | xPts |
|---|---|
| Home | 1.8 |
| Away | 1.2 |
ℹ️
Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
E. Arreguin
Referee
•
25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee
30.32
League Avg
0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee
4
League Avg
0
Red Cards / Match
Referee
0.36
League Avg
0
Penalties / Match
Referee
0.36
League Avg
0
1.47
Avg Points / Game
(Last 100 Matches)
1.2
1.83 i
Last 6 Opponents
Toronto
Rank: 58
D
Columbus Crew
Rank: 67
W
Chicago Fire
Rank: 67
L
New York RB
Rank: 59
W
Atlanta United
Rank: 56
D
New England
Rank: 61
W
Avg Points / Game
(Last 6 Matches)
1.17 i
Last 6 Opponents
New England
Rank: 59
L
CF Montréal
Rank: 57
D
Nashville SC
Rank: 74
D
Toronto
Rank: 59
W
Houston Dynamo
Rank: 66
D
CF Montréal
Rank: 58
D
4
Head to Head
(Wins - Draws - Losses)
4 - 0 - 0
0
Team Power Ranking
iWhat is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
64.96
55.26
0 (Weakest)
100 (Strongest)
Metric
Charlotte
DC United
Power Score
64.96
55.26
League Position
6
9
Global Rank
394
686
Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted
Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.
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Charlotte
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Opponent-weighted form score
DC United
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Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts)
Draw (1 pt)
Loss (0 pts)
Charlotte DC United
Heatmaps Ball coordinates
Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.
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Charlotte
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Opposition half density —
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Own half density —
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DC United
Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
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Own half density —
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Possession Efficiency data not available for this match.
Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence
Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.
Charlotte
vs
DC United
Created
Set-piece attacking threat
Charlotte
DC United
Set-piece xG Share
Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
14%
Goals per Match
Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00
0.00
vs Expected (xG)
Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
-0.04
vs
-0.17
Conceded
Set-piece defensive exposure
Charlotte
DC United
Set-piece xGA Share
Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
27%
Conceded per Match
Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00
0.00
vs Expected (xGA)
Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
-0.17
vs
-0.04
Charlotte
DC United
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG
Counter / Transition Attack & Defence
What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.
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Charlotte
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DC United
Attack After Winning
Possession transition → offence
Charlotte
DC United
Goals per Match
Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match.
↑ better
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Shots per Match
Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match.
↑ better
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Dangerous Attacks
Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match.
↑ better
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Transition Efficiency Index
Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition.
Higher = stronger on the counter
Charlotte
0.00
DC United
0.00
Defence After Losing
Possession loss → defensive exposure
Charlotte
DC United
Goals Conceded
Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match.
↓ better
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Shots Conceded
Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match.
↓ better
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Dangerous Attacks Conceded
Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match.
↓ better
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Vulnerability Index
Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks.
Lower = better transition defence
Charlotte
0.00
DC United
0.00
Charlotte
DC United
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score
PRESSURE INDEX
Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.
- CHL had peak pressure around 31'.
- CHL started the game with stronger pressure.
CHL Pressure
DCU Pressure
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Pressure Index:
CHL reached the top pressure at 31' (68.89).
Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons
Summary of 4 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.
Charlotte
CHL
Home
4
matches
DC United
DCU
Away
Match Record
4
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
4
Goals
7
Goals Scored
1
1
Goals Conceded
7
+6
Goal Difference
-6
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0
Data last updated: 2026-08-22T21:30:47+00:00
PLAYERS CURRENTLY PLAYING
Match Formation
4-2-3-1
Match Formation
4-4-2
General Information
Date & Time
Competition
2026 Major League Soccer, United States · Regular Season
Stadium
Bank of America Stadium
Capacity
75525
Pitch Surface
Artificial turf
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Elijio Arreguin
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CONCLUSION
Charlotte's possession advantage has not translated into expected goal superiority as DC United maintains the clearer chance creation edge. The level state persists without disciplinary interruptions and aligns with pre-match neutrality despite the home side's favored status. Efficiency metrics remain subdued for Charlotte while the away side capitalizes on limited ball time. Continued second-half play offers scope for adjustments in both attacking output and territorial balance as the sides seek separation.
Match Commentary