Charlotte FC 3-2 Columbus Crew

Current streaks

Recent form

Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC are currently enduring a difficult run of form, having lost five of their last six matches across all competitions. The team are on a concerning four-game losing streak in Major League Soccer, conceding an alarming 13 goals during this period. Their defensive frailties are evident, with no clean sheets in their last six outings and an average of 2.5 goals conceded per game. Despite their struggles, Charlotte FC have managed to maintain a respectable 8th position in the league table. Their recent matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring. The 4-1 victory against North Carolina in the US Open Cup stands out as a rare bright spot amidst their poor league form, showcasing their attacking potential. However, the 4-1 home defeat to Chicago Fire in their most recent match highlights the team's ongoing defensive issues.

Columbus Crew

Columbus Crew have shown a resilient form recently, going unbeaten in their last five matches with two wins and three draws. Their current third-place position in the league table reflects their solid performance, having amassed 27 points from 14 games. The Crew's attack has been potent, scoring 10 goals in their last six matches, with a particularly high-scoring game against Charlotte FC (4-2 win). However, their defence has been somewhat leaky, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last nine games. The team's ability to score consistently is evident, with both teams finding the net in 83% of their recent matches. With an even split between high and low-scoring games, Columbus Crew have been providing entertaining football, averaging three goals per match in their last six outings.

Recent home/away form

Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC have experienced a mixed run of form at home recently, with a notable four-match winning streak followed by two consecutive losses. During their impressive winning run, the team displayed strong attacking prowess, scoring 11 goals across four matches, including a high-scoring 4-1 victory against San Jose Earthquakes. However, their form has dipped in the last two home fixtures, conceding five goals whilst failing to score in one of those matches. The team's overall goal-scoring record at home has been solid, averaging 2 goals per game, with 67% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite the recent setbacks, Charlotte FC have maintained a positive goal difference and kept two clean sheets in their last six home games, showcasing their defensive capabilities when at their best.

Columbus Crew

Columbus Crew have shown mixed form in their recent away fixtures, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches on the road in Major League Soccer. The Crew have secured two victories and three draws in this stretch, demonstrating resilience away from home. Their only loss in the last six away games came in the CONCACAF Champions League against Los Angeles FC, where they suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat. Interestingly, Columbus have been involved in several high-scoring encounters, with four out of six matches seeing over 2.5 goals. The team has also shown a knack for finding the back of the net, scoring in five of their last six away games, although they have struggled to keep clean sheets, conceding in all six matches. Their most impressive results came in back-to-back 2-1 victories against DC United and St. Louis CITY, showcasing their ability to grind out wins on their travels.