Major League Soccer Regular Season - 12
Charlotte 2 - 2 FT FC Cincinnati
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
G. Valenzuela 26'
K. Denkey 36'
Evander (P. Bucha) 43'
HT
51' I. Toklomati (T. Ream)
52' P. Biel (D. Diani)
54' A. Westwood
↓ M. Miazga ↑M. Robinson 56'
S. Gidi 62'
↓ G. Valenzuela ↑E. Echenique 74'
↓ S. Gidi ↑O. Nwobodo 74'
Evander 78'
78' ↓ K. A. Calderon Vargas ↑L. Abada
82' ↓ I. Toklomati ↑A. Goodwin
↓ K. Mboma ↑T. Barlow 87'
↓ B. J. Ramirez Leon ↑A. Lajhar 87'
O. Nwobodo 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Charlotte
Goalkeepers
Kristijan Kahlina 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nathan Byrne 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Morrison Agyemang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Ream 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
David Schnegg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Ashley Westwood
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Djibril Diani
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
Kerwin Calderón Vargas 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Pep Biel 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Wilfried Zaha
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Idan Toklomati 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
BENCH
Tyler Miller 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Andrew Privett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brandt Bronico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca De La Torre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aron John
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liel Abada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyger Smalls
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodolfo Aloko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Archie Goodwin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FC Cincinnati
Goalkeepers
Roman Celentano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nick Hagglund 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
73%
Duel Win %
Matt Miazga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Andrei Chirila
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Samuel Gidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
74
Entry
Pavel Bucha
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Gerardo Valenzuela
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
74
Entry
Evander 
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
0
Contribution
0
Contribution
8.2
Rating
Yes
Captain
Bryan Ramirez 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
30%
Pass Acc
6
Rating
Forwards
Kévin Denkey 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Kenji Mboma Dem
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Evan Louro
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Gilberto Flores
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ayoub Lajhar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miles Robinson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tah Anunga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obinna Nwobodo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stiven Jimenez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ender Echenique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Barlow
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2025 | FC Cincinnati | 0 - 1 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 03/15/2025 | Charlotte | 2 - 0 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 07/13/2024 | FC Cincinnati | 1 - 3 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 03/30/2024 | Charlotte | 1 - 1 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 09/23/2023 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 0 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 07/08/2023 | Charlotte | 2 - 2 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 09/03/2022 | FC Cincinnati | 2 - 0 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 03/26/2022 | Charlotte | 2 - 0 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
08/10/2025
03/15/2025
07/13/2024
03/30/2024
09/23/2023
07/08/2023
09/03/2022
03/26/2022
Charlotte Win
FC Cincinnati Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Two-Minute Madness at Bank of America Stadium
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 72/100. An explosive four-goal thriller saw Charlotte erase a two-goal deficit in the blink of an eye to stun high-flying FC Cincinnati.
Early Cincinnati Dominance
The Intensity was off the charts right out of the gate as FC Cincinnati looked to stamp their authority on the road in this crucial MLS fixture. The visitors edged possession with 53 percent of the ball and tested the backline relentlessly with probing runs and vertical passes. The early pressure paid dividends when K. Denkey broke the deadlock in the 36th minute, silencing the home crowd. Before the home side could properly regroup, Evander doubled the advantage just before halftime, finishing off a slick sequence orchestrated by P. Bucha. At 2-0 down, the Stakes for Charlotte felt impossibly high. Facing a grim defeat against a top-three Eastern Conference powerhouse, they desperately needed a lifeline to salvage any hope from this daunting encounter.
Two-Minute Magic
The second half delivered a staggering shift in Balance that nobody in the stadium saw coming. Whatever tactical adjustments were made in the Charlotte locker room sparked absolute chaos on the pitch. In the 51st minute, I. Toklomati connected beautifully with a setup from veteran defender T. Ream to pull one back and ignite the home fans. Barely sixty seconds later, the stadium erupted into complete delirium. Midfield maestro P. Biel found the back of the net after a perfectly timed feed from D. Diani. That incredible two-minute flurry flipped the script entirely, generating a palpable Upset Factor. Cincinnati abruptly went from cruising toward three comfortable away points to scrambling frantically to survive a sudden offensive avalanche from a completely rejuvenated home side.
A Chaotic Standoff
The final half-hour turned into a wide-open, breathless shootout at Bank of America Stadium. A relentless barrage of 25 combined shots and a dizzying 11 corner kicks turned the pitch into a chaotic battleground as both sides hunted for a decisive winner. Nick Hagglund had to put in a massive shift for the away side to weather the storm, recording a heroic defensive performance to keep the score level amidst the chaos. Despite generating an impressive 1.78 expected goals compared to Cincinnati's 1.46, the hosts ultimately couldn't find that elusive third strike. Still, this dramatic 2-2 draw serves as a massive testament to Charlotte's unyielding grit, proving to the league that they possess the firepower and mental fortitude to punch well above their weight class.
Key Questions
How did Charlotte complete the comeback from behind?
I. Toklomati and P. Biel scored in the 51st and 52nd minutes, overturning a 2-0 deficit with a stunning two-minute flurry.
What does this mean for Charlotte's season?
This hard-fought point builds character and keeps them competitive as they fight to climb from 9th place into the upper tier.
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.
Shootout Expected in the Queen City
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. With both teams sporting fragile backlines and potent attackers, this Eastern Conference clash promises pure entertainment.
The Setup
Charlotte host FC Cincinnati at Bank of America Stadium on May 09, 2026, in a matchup that guarantees action. A strong Balance rating reflects how evenly matched these sides are, sitting just two points apart in the early standings. While the Stakes remain modest during this phase of the regular season, the Stars metric is heavily boosted by undeniable attacking firepower on the pitch. The visitors arrive with a leaky defense—conceding over three goals per away game—but their frontline constantly bails them out. A fluctuating Form score masks the reality that both of these squads simply love high-scoring affairs.
Key Battle
Pep Biel against Evander presents a fascinating midfield contrast. Biel pulls the strings for the home side, bringing creative spark and crucial tempo control. He faces a direct threat in Evander, who is currently operating as a relentless goal machine. If Biel dictates possession, the hosts can exploit Cincinnati's defensive gaps, but giving their star opponent any transition space is a death sentence for the home backline.
Our Prediction
Charlotte 3-2 FC Cincinnati. The visitors will undoubtedly score, likely through Kévin Denkey or their midfield talisman, but the home side's slight structural edge will see them take all three points in a thrilling contest.