Charlotte vs New England: Predictions, Betting Odds, Lineups, Preview

League	Date	Match	Score	Venue
Major League Soccer	03 May 2026	New England vs Charlotte	1 – 0	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	31 Aug 2025	New England vs Charlotte	1 – 2	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	27 Apr 2025	Charlotte vs New England	0 – 1	Bank of America Stadium
Major League Soccer	21 Sep 2024	Charlotte vs New England	4 – 0	Bank of America Stadium
Major League Soccer	07 Apr 2024	New England vs Charlotte	1 – 0	Gillette Stadium

Charlotte come into this at home with a recent 3-1 win over Toronto, while New England have also shown they can pick up results, including a 2-1 win over Minnesota United. The head-to-head data points to tight games, with three of the last five meetings decided by a single goal. Charlotte’s home advantage and the fact they have already beaten Toronto in their latest league outing give them a platform to edge this one.

New England’s most recent away league result was a 1-1 draw at Inter Miami, so they have shown they can compete on the road. Charlotte have also had mixed home form, with a win, a draw and a loss in their last three at home, which suggests this may not be straightforward. Match Prediction: Charlotte 2-1 New England

Form Guide & Team Overview

Charlotte

Charlotte’s recent league form has been mixed, with one win, one draw and three defeats in their last five. The standout result in that run is the 3-1 home win over Toronto, but they also lost at home to New York City and drew with Cincinnati, so consistency has been an issue.

Their away defeats to New England and Nashville SC show they have struggled to keep games tight on the road, although the Toronto result suggests there is still enough attacking output to hurt opponents. Overall, the recent numbers point to a side capable of scoring, but not yet fully reliable across 90 minutes.

Charlotte Last 5 Results

League	Date	Match	Score	Result	Venue
Major League Soccer	16 May 2026	Charlotte vs Toronto	3 – 1	W	Bank of America Stadium
Major League Soccer	13 May 2026	Charlotte vs New York City	0 – 1	L	Bank of America Stadium
Major League Soccer	9 May 2026	Charlotte vs Cincinnati	2 – 2	D	Bank of America Stadium
Major League Soccer	2 May 2026	New England vs Charlotte	1 – 0	L	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	26 Apr 2026	Nashville SC vs Charlotte	4 – 2	L	GEODIS Park

New England

New England’s recent league form is stronger on paper, with three wins, one draw and one defeat in their last five. They have beaten Minnesota United, Philadelphia Union and Charlotte, which gives them a solid recent base to work from.

The 3-0 home loss to Nashville SC is the main setback in that sequence, but they responded with a 2-1 win over Minnesota United. The 1-1 draw at Inter Miami also suggests they can stay competitive away from home, even if the results have not all been straightforward.

New England Last 5 Results

League	Date	Match	Score	Result	Venue
Major League Soccer	16 May 2026	New England vs Minnesota United	2 – 1	W	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	13 May 2026	New England vs Nashville SC	0 – 3	L	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	9 May 2026	New England vs Philadelphia Union	2 – 1	W	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	2 May 2026	New England vs Charlotte	1 – 0	W	Gillette Stadium
Major League Soccer	25 Apr 2026	Inter Miami vs New England	1 – 1	D	Chase Stadium

Team News & Injury Report

Charlotte

• Harry Toffolo (Muscle Injury)

New England

• Ilay Feingold (Leg Injury)

Lineups & Tactical Setup

Charlotte (4-2-3-1)

Predicted lineup: Kristijan Kahlina (Goalkeeper), Agyemang Morrison (Defender), Andrew Privett (Defender), David Schnegg (Defender), Nathan Byrne (Defender), Ashley Westwood (Midfielder), Brandt Bronico (Midfielder), Kerwin Vargas (Midfielder), Pep Biel (Midfielder), Wilfried Zaha (Midfielder), Idan Toklomati (Attacker)

Charlotte’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a stable base in midfield, with Ashley Westwood and Brandt Bronico helping to protect the back four and keep the ball moving. Ahead of them, Wilfried Zaha, Pep Biel and Kerwin Vargas can support Idan Toklomati and give Charlotte options between the lines.

New England (4-2-3-1)

Predicted lineup: Matt Turner (Goalkeeper), Brayan Ceballos (Defender), Ethan Kohler (Defender), Mamadou Fofana (Defender), Will Sands (Defender), Alhassan Yusuf (Midfielder), Brooklyn Raines (Midfielder), Carles Gil (Midfielder), Luca Langoni (Midfielder), Peyton Miller (Midfielder), Dor Turgeman (Attacker)

New England’s predicted 4-2-3-1 gives them a similar structure, with Alhassan Yusuf and Brooklyn Raines likely tasked with balancing defensive cover and progression. Carles Gil, Luca Langoni and Peyton Miller should provide the main supply into Dor Turgeman, who will be the focal point at the top end.

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