Atlanta United will be looking to halt their poor run of form when they welcome Charlotte FC to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for Matchday 24 of Major League Soccer.
Our Atlanta United vs Charlotte FC prediction gives an insight into what to expect from both teams this weekend.
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Atlanta United vs Charlotte FC Prediction: High-scoring encounter expected
Key stats
- Pep Biel has scored four goals in his last four appearances.
- Atlanta’s last three home matches have each featured over 2.5 goals.
- The Five Stripes are currently on a run of three consecutive draws.
- Charlotte have seen over 2.5 goals in seven of their last eight away fixtures.
Correct score prediction: Atlanta United 2-2 Charlotte FC
This predicted scoreline reflects both clubs’ recent trends, particularly their home and away showings. While Atlanta have struggled to convert performances into victories, they are unbeaten in three and have generally looked assured at home. Ronny Deila’s men have averaged two goals across their last five outings at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Charlotte, on the other hand, continue to underwhelm on the road but arrive with back-to-back wins and growing confidence. They have scored exactly two goals in four of their last five away matches and should be capable of earning a point here.
Pre-Match odds and win probability: Host tipped as slight favourites
- HOME: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.8%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY: 9/5 (2.80) – 35.7%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Despite going six games without a win, Atlanta have been backed as slight favourites with a 48.8% chance of victory. That assessment is reasonable considering their strong home record, having won two of their last three on home soil.
Charlotte have managed just two wins from 12 away league games this season and have suffered nine defeats, but with Dean Smith’s side arriving in better form, their 35.7% win probability points to a finely poised encounter.
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Most recent H2Hs: Charlotte dominant in recent meetings
Charlotte claimed a 2-0 win in the reverse fixture earlier this season, making it four victories from seven head-to-head encounters. They have also won each of their last two visits to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, while Atlanta have taken three wins overall—but just one in the last three meetings at home.
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Atlanta United preview: Reilly pushing for a start
Atlanta head into this fixture following a dramatic 2-2 comeback against Chicago Fire in midweek, with William Reilly scoring a stoppage-time equaliser after coming off the bench. That impact could earn the 22-year-old midfielder a starting role here.
The hosts are expected to be without four players, including central defenders Derrick Williams (foot) and Stian Gregersen (hip), further limiting their options at the back.
Probable XI: Guzan (GK), Amador, Abram, Morales, Lennon, Reilly, Slisz, Lobjanidze, Miranchuk, Almiron & Latte Lath
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Chicago Fire
2
Atlanta United
1
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Nashville SC
1
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1
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L
Orlando City SC
3
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0
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Philadelphia Union
3
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0
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New England Revolution
1
Atlanta United
0
Charlotte FC preview: Momentum building despite absences
Charlotte continued their climb up the table with a 2-1 win over DC United in midweek, moving them up to eighth in the Eastern Conference. They will now aim to make it three wins on the bounce and solidify their playoff position.
However, the Crown will be without full-backs Nathan Byrne (neck) and Souleyman Doumbia (hamstring), both of whom remain sidelined.
Probable XI: Kahlina; Marshall-Rutty, Ream, Tuiloma, Malanda; Abada, Biel, Westwood, Diani; Toklomati, Zaha
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Nashville SC
2
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1
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North Carolina FC
1
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4
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Columbus Crew
4
Charlotte FC
2
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New England Revolution
1
Charlotte FC
0
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W
San Diego FC
0
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3
Player to watch: Pep Biel
Pep Biel has been at the heart of Charlotte’s attacking play this season, contributing nine goals and 10 assists in Major League Soccer. Remarkably, seven of those goal involvements have come in his last four appearances.
After netting a brace last time out, the Spanish midfielder will look to continue his fine run and pose a major threat to an understrength Atlanta defence.