Major League Soccer Gameweek 21
Charlotte 3 - 1 FT DC United
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
K. Kurokawa 34'
S. Hefti 44'
HT
L. Munteanu (Peglow) 55'
64' D. Schnegg
65' ↓ A. Westwood ↑D. Diani
65' ↓ L. de la Torre ↑B. Bronico
65' ↓ R. Aloko ↑L. Abada
66' W. Cleary (P. Biel)
Peglow 68'
75' ↓ I. Toklomati ↑A. Goodwin
↓ J. Hopkins ↑N. Ordaz 75'
↓ K. Nono ↑H. Kijima 75'
↓ B. Servania ↑N. Markovic 75'
77' P. Biel (L. Abada)
83' ↓ A. Saint-Maximin ↑T. Smalls
85' T. Smalls
↓ Peglow ↑J. Stroud 86'
90'+4 P. Biel
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2026 | Charlotte | 3 - 1 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 10/04/2025 | DC United | 0 - 1 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 07/16/2025 | Charlotte | 2 - 1 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 05/21/2025 | DC United | 2 - 2 (PEN 2-1) | Charlotte | US Open Cup | Audi Field |
| 10/20/2024 | DC United | 0 - 3 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 06/15/2024 | Charlotte | 1 - 0 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 09/16/2023 | Charlotte | 0 - 0 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 04/29/2023 | DC United | 3 - 0 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 02/01/2023 | DC United | 2 - 3 | Charlotte | Friendlies Clubs | Empire Polo Club |
| 08/03/2022 | Charlotte | 3 - 0 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
Charlotte Win
DC United Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +23
P: 18 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +6
P: 16 GD: +7
P: 18 GD: +7
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 19 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: +5
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 16 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -5
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 17 GD: -5
P: 16 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +12
P: 26 GD: +15
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -10
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Charlotte
DC United
Charlotte
DC United
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Second-Half Blitz Secures Charlotte's Comeback Win
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. A breathless second-half comeback transformed a tense tactical battle into an unforgettable goal flurry.
The Stand-Off
The high Stakes of this Eastern Conference clash were evident from the opening moments at Bank of America Stadium. With Charlotte and DC United sitting fifth and seventh respectively in the table, both sides approached the first half cautiously, treating the encounter like a complex tactical puzzle. The Balance of play shifted back and forth across the midfield, but neither team could find the crucial cutting edge in the final third. Defenders on both sides remained resolute, blocking passing lanes and frustrating the attackers at every turn. It was a gritty, physical showdown that promised late drama, even if the scoreboard remained perfectly still heading into the locker room break. The crowd waited patiently for a spark to ignite the contest.
The 11-Minute Explosion
The tactical stalemate snapped spectacularly in the 55th minute, sending the Intensity levels completely off the charts and blowing the game wide open. L. Munteanu drew first blood for the visitors, finishing off a sharp feed from Peglow to stun the home supporters. But rather than fold under the pressure, the hosts engineered a breathtaking response that left the visitors spinning. Within nine minutes, D. Schnegg found the crucial equalizer with a clinical finish. Barely two minutes later, W. Cleary capitalized on a brilliant, line-breaking setup from P. Biel to grab the lead. Three goals flying into the net in an astonishing 11-minute window completely flipped the narrative of the match.
Securing the Fortress
With the momentum completely reversed, the home side flatly refused to let their foot off the gas or invite unnecessary pressure. The visitors pushed forward aggressively in a desperate search for an equalizer, inevitably leaving themselves dangerously exposed at the back. Taking full advantage of the open space in the 77th minute, P. Biel transitioned seamlessly from provider to executioner, burying an incisive pass from L. Abada to put the result beyond any doubt. This decisive 3-1 victory reinforces the hosts' tight grip on a top-five position, extending a strong run of form while deepening the misery for the traveling squad. An incredible showcase of second-half adjustments and attacking ruthlessness.
Key Questions
How did Charlotte complete the comeback from behind?
After falling behind in the 55th minute, goals from Schnegg, Cleary, and Biel sparked a massive turnaround to secure the win.
What does this mean for Charlotte's season?
The victory cements their fifth-place standing, distancing themselves from DC United and strengthening their crucial playoff positioning.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Charlotte Seeks to Break DC's Deadlock Habit
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. While the stakes aren't season-defining yet, Charlotte's playoff ambitions face a unique test against a DC United side that simply refuses to lose.
The Setup
Charlotte return to Bank of America Stadium sitting fifth in the table, fueled by an opportunistic attack. Their recent run of three wins from five matches masks a modest Balance rating, but they know how to grind out results. On the flip side, DC United arrive with a bizarrely stubborn Form—unbeaten in five, yet plagued by four frustrating draws. With a combined 3.3 goals per game expected between these two outfits, the relatively low Stakes mean both sides can afford to take risks in this mid-season clash.
Key Battle
Pep Biel has hit the ground running in midfield for the hosts, bagging a goal and an assist in just two outings. He will look to dictate the tempo and carve open a visiting defense that is desperately trying to feed their ultimate weapon, Tai Baribo. The DC United striker boasts an off-the-charts Stars impact right now, turning half-chances into consistent goals.
Our Prediction
Charlotte 2-1 DC United. Expect the hosts to dictate the early tempo and control possession. DC United will find the net through their red-hot talisman on the counter, but the home side's superior attacking depth should edge out a late winner, finally breaking the visitors' drawing streak.