The Charlotte FC vs New York City FC clash on Saturday, July 12, 2025, promises high-stakes drama in Major League Soccer as two Eastern Conference rivals battle for playoff positioning. Scheduled for 12:30 AM UK / 7:30 PM ET at Bank of America Stadium, this matchup is pivotal for both clubs, with Charlotte aiming to snap a losing streak and NYCFC looking to extend their momentum.
Key Match Insights & Tactical Breakdown
Current Form & Standings
Charlotte FC: 10th in the East (26 pts), winless in last 4 MLS matches (L-L-L-D)
NYCFC: 7th in the East (31 pts), coming off a 3-1 win over Toronto FC
Charlotte’s recent 2-2 draw vs. Orlando City saw them blow a 2-0 lead, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. NYCFC, meanwhile, bounced back from a loss with a convincing win, continuing their trend of responding positively after setbacks.
Head-to-Head History
Charlotte FC home record vs NYCFC: 3 wins, 0 losses
Overall H2H: Charlotte leads with 4 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
Last meeting: NYCFC 2–1 Charlotte (April 2024)
Charlotte has never lost at home to NYCFC, winning all three encounters by a single goal and posting two clean sheets.
Predicted Lineups & Key Players
Charlotte FC (Coach: Dean Smith)
Predicted XI: Kahlina; Scardina, Malanda, Ream, Marshall-Rutty; Westwood, Diani; Biel, Bronico, Vargas; Agyemang
Key Absences: Wilfried Zaha (suspension), Souleyman Doumbia (hamstring), Nathan Byrne (neck)
Player to Watch: Patrick Agyemang – 6 goals this season, explosive pace and finishing
New York City FC (Coach: Pascal Jansen)
Predicted XI: Freese; Ilenic, Martins, Haak, Risa; O’Neill, Perea; Fernandez, Moralez, Wolf; Martinez
Key Absences: Keaton Parks, Malachi Jones (injuries), Tayvon Gray (suspension)
Player to Watch: Hannes Wolf – scored vs Toronto, creative spark in midfield
Tactical Matchup & Betting Trends
Charlotte FC: Strong first-half scoring at home; vulnerable in second-half defense
NYCFC: Struggles to score early on the road; only one away win in 2025
Betting Tip: Charlotte has scored in their last 11 games but conceded in their last 4 home matches. NYCFC has failed to score in 2 of their last 3 away games, making a low-scoring affair likely.
Match Details
Fixture: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC
Date: Saturday, July 13, 2025
Time: 12:30 AM UK / 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MATCH ODDS
Charlotte FC + 105 Draw + 265 New York City FC + 220
Over 3.5 + 135 Under 3.5 – 170
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
