The long wait is over and we finally have Charlotte going up against Orlando City on the 2nd of November. Both teams make compelling arguments but we do have an idea of how this match might end. Check out our key Charlotte vs Orlando City betting tips for more insight.
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Charlotte vs Orlando City prediction: Can the Lions do it?
Key Stats
- Facundo Torres is the leading finisher for the visitors this season, with 14 goals to his name.
- Charlotte managed to win only one of the four games at home against this opponent.
- Coach Dean Smith has a horrible 0-1-2 record against Orlando City.
Correct score prediction: Charlotte 1-2 Orlando City
The most common results we’ve seen in this rivalry are the 2-0 and 2-1 Orlando City wins. Seeing as the game will be held at the Bank of America Stadium, we believe Smith’s boys will score a consolation goal. However, our Charlotte vs Orlando City prediction will surely succeed.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Smith’s team favored by experts
- HOME: +140 – 40.1%
- DRAW: +260 – 25.0%
- AWAY: +190 – 34.9%
*These Charlotte vs Orlando City odds are subject to change
Charlotte are considered by the bookmakers as the expected winners, with a 40.1% win probability behind them. Moreover, a tie is priced at +260, which means the two teams have about a 25.0% chance of sharing the spoils at the Bank of America Stadium.
Last five H2Hs: Slight Lions advantage
The graphics below contain valuable information regarding the top Charlotte vs Orlando City statistics.
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Charlotte team news and form: Charlotte are trailing
The first game between the two teams resulted in a 2-0 win for the Lions. Seeing as Pep Biel saw the red in the first duel, we doubt our Charlotte vs Orlando City predictions will fail. He will not partake in the rematch, which works in favor of the visitors.
Predicted lineup: Kahlina (GK), Ream, Privett, Malanda, Byrne, Urso, Westwood, Abada, Bronico, Vargas & Swiderski
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FC Cincinnati
0
Charlotte FC
2
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Inter Miami CF
1
Charlotte FC
0
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W
Atlanta United
0
Charlotte FC
2
USA MLS 23/02/25
D
Seattle Sounders
2
Charlotte FC
2
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W
Portland Timbers
0
Charlotte FC
2
Orlando City team news and form: The Lions eager for another win
If the Lions can get the right result this week, this would be their 3rd consecutive victory against Charlotte. Kyle Smith is the only player who will miss this game for the Lions due to his suspension status.
Predicted lineup: Gallese (GK), Borhallsson, Schlegel, Jansson, Santos, Cartagena, Araujo, Torres, Ojeda, Angulo & Enrique
USA MLS 15/03/25
D
New York Red Bulls
2
Orlando City SC
2
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L
New York City FC
2
Orlando City SC
1
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W
Toronto FC
2
Orlando City SC
4
USA MLS 23/02/25
L
Philadelphia Union
4
Orlando City SC
2
Friendlies 15/02/25
D
Inter Miami CF
2
Orlando City SC
2
Player to watch: Duncan McGuire
McGuire is the player to watch in our Charlotte vs Orlando City predictions as he is the 2nd-best finisher for the visitors, with 10 goals to his name. Will he be able to beat partner-in-crime Torres’ record? Only time will tell, but we believe he has a good chance of sliding it past Kahlina on the 2nd of November.
Second player to watch: Kristijan Kahlina
Kahlina couldn’t keep a clean sheet in the previous game against the Lions. Not only that but he also conceded two goals. If Charlotte want to advance to the next stage of MLS action, it’s Kahlina who has to be the hero for his team.
