Philadelphia Union 2-1 Charlotte FC

Current streaks

Recent form

Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union's recent form has been impressive, with the team currently sitting atop the league table with 34 points from 17 games. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have demonstrated resilience and attacking prowess, securing three wins, two draws, and only one loss. The Union have been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting an impressive 17 times in these six games, averaging 2.83 goals per match. A standout performance came in their NPSL fixture against Hershey, where they romped to a 9-0 victory, showcasing their attacking capabilities. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding just 7 goals and keeping 3 clean sheets. The team's ability to score has been consistent, with 67% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite a narrow 3-2 loss to Pennsylvania Classics, Philadelphia Union have bounced back well, remaining unbeaten in their last three outings across all competitions.

Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their 8th position in the league table reflecting their inconsistent performances. Despite a positive goal-scoring record, averaging 2 goals per game in their last six matches, their defensive frailties are evident, conceding an alarming 2.67 goals per game. The team's matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their recent games seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring. Notably, Charlotte FC have been involved in two particularly high-scoring encounters: a 4-2 defeat against New York Red Bulls and a thrilling 3-3 draw with DC United in the US Open Cup. While they've managed to secure two victories in their last six outings, including a recent 2-0 away win against Toronto FC, they've also suffered a concerning run of three consecutive defeats in the league, conceding 11 goals during that streak. Their lone clean sheet in this period came in their most recent match, offering a glimmer of hope for defensive improvement.

Recent home/away form

Philadelphia Union

The Philadelphia Union have been in scintillating form at home, showcasing their attacking prowess with an impressive average of 3.83 goals scored per game in their last six matches. Their commitment to offensive football is evident, with all six games featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 83% of the fixtures. The Union's home form has been generally positive, with three wins, two draws, and only one defeat. Notably, they've been involved in some high-scoring encounters, including a 9-0 thrashing of Hershey in the NPSL and a six-goal thriller against Inter Miami that ended in a 3-3 draw. Despite their attacking flair, the Union have shown some defensive vulnerabilities, conceding an average of 2 goals per game and managing only one clean sheet in this period. Their goal difference of +11 over these six matches underlines their overall dominance at home.

Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC have shown mixed form in their recent away fixtures, with a notable improvement in their latest outing. The team have managed two wins, one draw, and three losses in their last six away matches, demonstrating inconsistency on the road. Their goal-scoring prowess is evident, averaging an impressive 2.17 goals per game, but they've struggled defensively, conceding at the same rate. The matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of games featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring. Their 3-3 draw against DC United in the US Open Cup and the 4-2 loss to New York Red Bulls stand out as particularly thrilling encounters. Despite their defensive vulnerabilities, Charlotte FC managed to keep a clean sheet in their most recent away victory against Toronto FC, potentially signalling an upturn in their away form.