The MLS Eastern Conference delivers another compelling fixture as Charlotte FC hosts Toronto FC at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, July 26, 2025. With Charlotte riding a four-match unbeaten streak and Toronto struggling to stay afloat in the playoff race, this Major League Soccer showdown could have major implications for postseason positioning.
Match Details
Fixture: Charlotte FC vs. Toronto FC
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Current Form & Standings
| Team | Record | Points | Last 5 Matches | Conference Rank |
| Charlotte FC | 11-11-2 | 35 | W-W-W-D-L | 7th (East) |
| Toronto FC | 5-12-6 | 21 | L-W-D-L-W | 12th (East) |
Charlotte FC is unbeaten in July and has scored in 16 consecutive matches across all competitions.
Toronto FC has only won 2 of their last 5 MLS games, and sits eight points below the playoff line.
Tactical Breakdown & Key Players
Charlotte FC
Manager: Dean Smith
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Key Players:
Wilfried Zaha – 6 goals, 8 assists; leads MLS in game-winning assists
Pep Biel – 9 goals, 10 assists; top scorer and playmaker
Idan Toklomati – 4 goals in last 10 games
Strategy:
High-tempo attacking transitions
Strong home form (unbeaten in last 4 at Bank of America Stadium)
Zaha and Biel orchestrate the final third with creativity and pace
Toronto FC
Manager: Robin Fraser
Formation: 4-3-3
Key Players:
Richie Laryea – 5 assists; veteran leadership and width
Theodor Corbeanu – 4 goals in last 10 games
Deybi Flores – 2 goals, 2 assists (injury status uncertain)
Strategy:
Compact midfield with counter-attacking bursts
Struggles in close games (2-7 in one-goal matches)
Defensive lapses in wide areas
Injury & Suspension Report
Charlotte FC:
Nathan Byrne (neck strain) – OUT
Liel Abada (thigh) – DOUBTFUL
Toronto FC:
Nicksoen Gomis, Raoul Petretta, Ola Brynhildsen, Henry Wingo, Zane Monlouis, Deybi Flores – ALL OUT
MATCH ODDS
Charlotte FC – 175 Draw + 310 Toronto FC + 380
Over 3.5 + 135 Under 3.5 – 180
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 25, 2025
