The MLS heats up as Charlotte FC face Orlando City SC on 5 July 2025. Our thorough preview examines recent form, key player stats, head-to-head records, and betting markets to empower UK punters’ wagers.
- Charlotte FC is on a 3-game losing streak.
- Charlotte FC has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 3 games.
- 9 of Charlotte FC's last 10 and 8 of Orlando City SC's last 10 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 9 of Charlotte FC's last 10 and 4 of Orlando City SC's last 5 games have had both teams score.
- 8 of Orlando City SC's last 10 games saw them score first.
- 7 of Charlotte FC's last 9 games saw them concede the first goal.
- 4 of Orlando City SC's last 5 games have had over 10.5 corners.
- 6 of Charlotte FC's last 7 games have had under 10.5 corners.
Charlotte FC, currently 19th with 25 points from 20 matches, are coming off a 2-3 defeat against Chicago on 29 June 2025. Goals from Idan Toklomati Jorno and Pep Biel was not enough for a draw. Their defence struggles at home, with only 3 clean sheets in 8 home games this season, leaving them vulnerable to conceding. Leading the attack are Pep Biel (6 goals in 19 appearances) and Patrick Agyemang (6 goals in 16 appearances). Charlotte FC has created on average 1.80 xG in their last five fixtures, showing growing attacking cohesion. Their recent form is struggling, with 4 losses, 0 draws, and 1 win in their last 5 games, exposing their vulnerabilities. Having scored 32 goals and conceded 34 in 20 matches this season, Charlotte FC play a more open style, with games often featuring higher-scoring outcomes.
Orlando City SC, sitting 8th with 33 points, are in inconsistent form, with a mixed run in their recent matches. Their latest result was a 1-2 defeat against Cincinnati on 28 June 2025, with Marco Pašalić scoring the decisive goal. Orlando City SC boast a strong away defence, with 8 clean sheets in 10 away games this season, having conceded 26 goals. Commanding the frontline are Martín Ojeda (9 goals in 20 appearances) and Marco Pašalić (9 goals in 20 appearances). Orlando City SC have generated an average of 1.51 xG in their last five matches, indicating strong attacking intent. Orlando City SC have mixed form, with 2 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable.
Head-to-Head Record
- In last 7 head-to-head games, Orlando City SC has been unbeaten.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Charlotte FC and Orlando City SC have had under 2.5 goals.
- 5 of the last 7 head-to-head games between Charlotte FC and Orlando City SC have had under 4.5 cards.
Charlotte FC Team News and Key Players
- #1 - Kristijan Kahlina (Goalkeeper)
- #35 - Nicholas Scardina (Defender)
- #29 - Adilson Malanda (Defender)
- #6 - Bill Tuiloma (Defender)
- #2 - Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty (Defender)
- #8 - Ashley Westwood (C) (Midfielder)
- #28 - Djibril Diani (Midfielder)
- #16 - Pep Biel (Midfielder)
- #13 - Brandt Bronico (Midfielder)
- #18 - Kerwin Calderón Vargas (Midfielder)
- #17 - Idan Toklomati Jorno (Forward)
Orlando City SC Team News and Key Players
- #1 - Pedro Gallese (Goalkeeper)
- #17 - Dagur Dan Þórhallsson (Defender)
- #15 - Rodrigo Schlegel (Defender)
- #6 - Robin Jansson (C) (Defender)
- #4 - David Brekalo (Defender)
- #87 - Marco Pašalić (Midfielder)
- #20 - Eduard Atuesta (Midfielder)
- #5 - César Araújo (Midfielder)
- #10 - Martín Ojeda (Midfielder)
- #7 - Ramiro Enrique (Forward)
- #9 - Luis Muriel (Forward)
Charlotte FC vs Orlando City SC Betting Tips
This match offers excellent opportunities for UK bettors. The website bet365 offers the best odds for this punt. You can find our best prediction for the match below.
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Charlotte FC v Orlando City SC Odds
Full Time Result:- Charlotte FC to win: 2/1
- Draw: 27/10
- Orlando City SC to win: 6/5
- Charlotte FC to win or Draw: 4/6
- Draw or Orlando City SC to win: 4/11
- Charlotte FC to win or Orlando City SC to win: 2/7
- Charlotte FC to win: 12/5
- Draw: 7/5
- Orlando City SC to win: 7/4
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 1/2
- Both Teams to Score - No: 1/2
- Over 2.5 Goals: 4/7
- Under 2.5 Goals: 27/20
- Over 3.5 Goals: 5/4
- Under 3.5 Goals: 4/7
Charlotte FC Previous 10 Matches
- 29.06, Chicago Fire (a) 2 - 3
- 26.06, Sporting Kansas City (a) 1 - 2
- 14.06, Philadelphia Union (a) 1 - 2
- 31.05, Toronto FC (a) 2 - 0
- 28.05, New York Red Bulls (a) 2 - 4
- 24.05, Columbus Crew (h) 3 - 2
- 21.05, DC United (a) 2 - 2 (4 - 5)
- 17.05, Chicago Fire (h) 1 - 4
- 14.05, Orlando City SC (a) 1 - 3
- 11.05, Nashville SC (a) 1 - 2
- 06.05, North Carolina FC (a) 0 - 0 (4 - 1)
Orlando City SC Previous 10 Matches
- 28.06, FC Cincinnati (h) 1 - 2
- 26.06, St.Louis City (a) 4 - 2
- 15.06, Colorado Rapids (a) 1 - 0
- 31.05, Chicago Fire (h) 1 - 3
- 28.05, Atlanta United (a) 2 - 3
- 24.05, Portland Timbers (h) 1 - 0
- 21.05, Nashville SC (h) 2 - 3
- 18.05, Inter Miami CF (a) 3 - 0
- 14.05, Charlotte FC (h) 3 - 1
- 10.05, New England Revolution (h) 3 - 3
- 07.05, FC Tampa Bay Rowdies (a) 5 - 0
MLS Table
| Charlotte FC | Opponent | Orlando City SC | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | Philadelphia Union | 2-4 | 0-0 | |
| 2-0 | FC Cincinnati | 1-2 | ||
| 2-1 | 1-2 | Nashville SC | ||
| 3-2 | 2-4 | Columbus Crew | ||
| 0-1 | Inter Miami CF | 3-0 | ||
| 1-3 | Orlando City SC | - | - | |
| New York City FC | 1-2 | |||
| 2-4 | New York Red Bulls | 0-0 | 2-2 | |
| - | - | Charlotte FC | 3-1 | |
| 1-4 | 2-3 | Chicago Fire | 1-3 | 0-0 |
| 0-1 | New England Revolution | 3-3 | ||
| 2-0 | Atlanta United | 3-0 | 2-3 | |
| DC United | 4-1 | |||
| 2-0 | Toronto FC | 4-2 | ||
| 1-0 | CF Montréal | 0-0 | ||
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia | 22 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 16 | 1.68 | 0.95 |
| 2 | Cincinnati | 22 | 42 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 1.59 | 1.41 |
| 3 | Nashville | 22 | 41 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 1.73 | 1.14 |
| 4 | Columbus | 22 | 41 | 11 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 1.73 | 1.32 |
| 5 | Inter Miami | 19 | 38 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 2.32 | 1.58 |
| 6 | Orlando City SC | 22 | 35 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 11 | 1.82 | 1.32 |
| 7 | NY City | 21 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 1.29 | 1.14 |
| 8 | NY Red Bulls | 22 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 1.50 | 1.23 |
| 9 | Charlotte FC | 22 | 29 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 1.64 | 1.64 |
| 10 | Chicago | 21 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 1.90 | 1.81 |
| 11 | New England | 21 | 25 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| 12 | Atlanta | 21 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 10 | -15 | 1.10 | 1.81 |
| 13 | DC United | 22 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 11 | -23 | 0.82 | 1.86 |
| 14 | Toronto | 21 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 11 | -5 | 1.14 | 1.38 |
| 15 | Montréal | 22 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 13 | -22 | 0.86 | 1.86 |
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