🔊The upcoming clash between the New York Red Bulls and Charlotte promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams are eager to secure their positions at the top of the table, so we can expect a true display of football with plenty of attacking action on the field. New York are in strong form at home, showcasing confident play and consistent scoring. However, the visitors have no intention of backing down without a fight and will demonstrate their strength on the counterattack. The stakes are high in this matchup, as both sides are on the brink of the playoff zone, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the game.

Head-to-Head

The last official encounter between the teams took place on 25 August 2024 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that match (Charlotte were the home side):

• possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
• corner kicks: 2 vs 8;
• fouls: 9 vs 7;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
• shots on target: 1 vs 4.

📊Statistical preview of official head-to-heads between New York Red Bulls and Charlotte:

• 8 matches played;
• home wins – 4, away wins – 1, draws – 3;
• goals scored – 17 to 10;
• average total in the first half – 1.5, second half – 1.88;
• average total goals per match – 3.38.

NY Red Bulls Team Overview

The team's last official match took place on as part of the MLS tournament (hosts - D.C. United, visitors - New York Red Bulls). The match concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.

Here are the game statistics (New York Red Bulls vs D.C. United):

• possession: 53% vs 47%;
• corners: 1 vs 4;
• fouls: 11 vs 12;
• yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
• shots on target: 4 vs 5.

New York Red Bulls have been showing strong form at home, winning five of their last ten matches. The team effectively controls possession and frequently exploits wing play to create scoring opportunities. The Red Bulls have a knack for netting more than one goal in home fixtures, making them a formidable challenge for any defense. Their recent match against Charlotte ended in a 1-1 draw, highlighting the evenly matched nature of both teams. Nevertheless, New York rarely suffers defeats at home, thanks to their consistent defensive performances.

Charlotte Team Overview

The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, where Charlotte hosted Columbus Crew. The game ended with a 3-2 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Charlotte vs Columbus Crew):

• possession: 34% vs 66%;
• corner kicks: 7 vs 3;
• fouls: 6 vs 5;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
• shots on target: 11 vs 7.

Charlotte sit in eighth place on the league table, fighting for a playoff spot. Recent performances have shown inconsistency, with four losses and just one win highlighting issues in both finishing and defense. However, the team consistently manages to score at least one goal per match, thanks to their quick transitions from defense to attack. This approach keeps them competitive even against stronger opponents. Their style of play could pose challenges for the home side.

Prediction on the outcome

H2H:

• number of encounters – 8;
• home team wins – 4, away team wins – 1, draws – 3.

Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Charlotte

• matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
• wins: 6 vs 7;
• win percentage: 40% vs 47%;
• losses: 6 vs 7;
• draws: 3 vs 1.

Last 10 matches:

• wins: 5 vs 4;
• losses: 4 vs 6;
• draws: 1 vs 0.

• NY Red Bulls have not lost in last 6 games against Charlotte (MLS).
• NY Red Bulls have not lost in 8 of last 9 home games.
• NY Red Bulls have not lost in 7 of last 8 home games (MLS).
• Charlotte have not won in 8 of last 9 away games (MLS).

Prediction on the over/under

H2H

• today's home team scores on average - 2.13, the guests - 1.25;
• average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.38;
• both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 4.

Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Charlotte

• average total in the tournament: 2.6 vs 3.13;
• average total goals scored: 1.47 vs 1.6;
• average total in the 1st half: 0.8 vs 0.73;
• average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 0.87;
• NY Red Bulls: average total at home in the tournament -  2.43;
• Charlotte: average total away in the tournament - 1;
• last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 2.75) vs 1.9 (away - 2).

• NY Red Bulls have scored over 1.5 goals in last 5 home games against Charlotte.

Prediction on corners

NY Red Bulls: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.73; at home field - 3.86;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; at home field - 5.75.

Charlotte: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.13, away - 4.86;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.2; away - 3.83.

Prediction on cards

H2H

• average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.5 (2.25 for home team and 2.25 for away team);
• average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 5 (2.2 for home team and 2.8 for away team).

NY Red Bulls: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.4; at home - 2.14;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.8; at home - 2.25.

Charlotte: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.6, away - 1.29;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; away - 1.67.

Prediction on BTTS

H2H:

• number of encounters – 8;
• both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
• on the home team’s field - 4 times.

Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Charlotte

• number of matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
• number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 8;
• number of BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls at home – 4 (57%);
• number of BTTS matches for Charlotte away – 4 (57%).

Last 10 matches:

• number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
• BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls at home – 2 (50%);
• BTTS matches for Charlotte away – 5 (83%).

• NY Red Bulls have scored and conceded in last 5 games against Charlotte (MLS).
• Charlotte have scored and conceded in last 7 games.
• Charlotte have scored and conceded in last 5 games (MLS).