Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Bank of America Stadium — Charlotte, North Carolina
Broadcast: Apple TV — MLS Season Pass
Venue Profile — Bank of America Stadium
- Location: Uptown Charlotte
- Capacity: ~38,000 (MLS configuration)
- Surface: Turf
- Atmosphere: Loud, high‑energy, especially in night matches
- Team Fit: Charlotte plays more vertically at home, using width and pace
The turf surface favors fast transitions, direct play, and high‑tempo pressing, which Charlotte leans into heavily at home.
Weather Forecast (Charlotte)
Kickoff Weather Rating: 8/10 — Warm, slightly humid, light breeze
- Temperature: 76–79°F
- Sky: Partly cloudy
- Wind: 5–8 mph from the southwest
- Rain Chance: 15%
- Humidity: 60–65%
- Impact:
- Slight humidity may slow late‑game tempo
- Excellent attacking conditions
- Minimal wind impact on long balls or set pieces
Injury Report
New England Revolution
- Carles Gil — Probable (ankle)
- Giacomo Vrioni — Probable (hamstring)
- Dylan Borrero — Out (ACL)
- Brandon Bye — Out (knee)
- Henry Kessler — Questionable (groin)
Charlotte FC
- Karol Świderski — Probable (hip)
- Enzo Copetti — Questionable (ankle)
- Ashley Westwood — Probable (illness)
- Bill Tuiloma — Out (hamstring)
- Adilson Malanda — Probable (shoulder)
Impact Summary:
- New England’s attack hinges on Gil’s availability; he is expected to play.
- Charlotte’s attack depends heavily on Świderski; Copetti’s status affects depth.
- Both defenses enter with key absences, suggesting an open match.
Team Records & Recent Form
New England Revolution (8‑4‑1)
Last 5: 4‑1‑0 Road Record: 3‑2‑1 Goals For: 21 Goals Against: 13
Form Notes:
- One of the hottest teams in MLS
- Gil orchestrating at MVP‑level pace
- Defense strong despite injuries, thanks to tactical structure
Charlotte FC (5‑6‑3)
Last 5: 2‑2‑1 Home Record: 3‑2‑1 Goals For: 17 Goals Against: 20
Form Notes:
- Charlotte inconsistent but dangerous at home
- Świderski in strong form, carrying the attack
- Defense vulnerable on the counter
Key Player Matchups
1. Carles Gil (NE) vs. Charlotte Midfield
- Gil’s creativity vs. Westwood’s organization
- If Gil finds pockets, New England controls tempo
- Charlotte must deny central channels
Edge: Gil
2. Karol Świderski (CLT) vs. New England Back Line
- Świderski’s movement vs. a Revs defense missing Kessler
- RSL has struggled vs. mobile strikers
- Expect Charlotte to target early through balls
Edge: Świderski
3. Giacomo Vrioni (NE) vs. Charlotte Center‑Backs
- Vrioni’s hold‑up play vs. Malanda’s physicality
- Vrioni’s form improving after injury
- Charlotte vulnerable to late runners
Edge: Vrioni, if fully fit.
4. Wingers: Borrero Absence vs. Charlotte Fullbacks
- New England lacks Borrero’s pace
- Charlotte’s fullbacks struggle vs. speed
- Revs may rely more on combination play
Edge: Charlotte, on the flanks.
Series History
- All‑time: New England leads 3–2–1
- At Charlotte: Series tied 1–1
- Last 5 meetings: New England leads 3–1–1
Trend: Revs have historically controlled this matchup, but Charlotte is much stronger at home.
Betting Trends
New England Revolution
- 4‑1 in last five
- Overs hit in 3 of last 5
- Scored 2+ goals in 5 of last 7
Charlotte FC
- 3‑2‑1 at home in last six
- Both teams scored in 4 of last 6
- Overs hit in 4 of last 6
Head‑to‑Head
- Both teams scored in 3 of last 4
- Revs unbeaten in last three vs. Charlotte
MATCH ODDS
New England Revolution + 280
Charlotte FC – 120
Draw + 265
Over 2.5 – 130 Under 2.5 + 105
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 22, 2026
