MLS Match Preview: New England Revolution (8-4-1) vs. Charlotte FC (5-6-3)

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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

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