Charlotte 0 - 0 FT Houston Dynamo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
45'+3 Tim Ream
HT
49' Djibril Diani
Agustin Resch 66'
↓ Duncan McGuire ↑Ibrahim Aliyu 66'
70' ↓ Djibril Diani ↑Luca De La Torre
70' ↓ Liel Abada ↑Rodolfo Aloko
71' Ashley Westwood
75' ↓ Idan Toklomati Jorno ↑Brandt Bronico
Artur 78'
↓ Agustín Bouzat ↑Matthew Arana 79'
85' ↓ Allan Saint-Maximin ↑Archie Goodwin
Guilherme Augusto 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Charlotte
Goalkeepers
K. Kahlina 
OCTOPUS
4
Saves
4
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Will Cleary 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Kessler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Ream
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Schnegg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Pep Biel 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
A. Westwood 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.5
Rating
D. Diani 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
L. Abada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
I. Toklomati Giorno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
A. Saint-Maximin
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
T. Miller 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Agyemang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Byrne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Privett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Bronico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. de la Torre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyger Smalls
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Aloko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Goodwin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Houston Dynamo
Goalkeepers
J. Bond 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Felipe Andrade 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
A. Resch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Halter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Ennali
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Artur 
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
84
Passes
7
Duels
H. Herrera
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
85%
Pass Acc
M. Bogusz
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
A. Bouzat
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Guilherme
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Forwards
D. McGuire 
GHOST
5
Actions
5
Actions
66
Minutes
6.4
Rating
BENCH
B. Gillingham
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
F. Negri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antônio Carlos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Samassékou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Holmes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Arana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Markanich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ibrahim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2024 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 0 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 08/08/2023 | Charlotte | 2 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Leagues Cup | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 07/04/2022 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 2 | Charlotte | Major League Soccer | PNC Stadium |
06/30/2024
08/08/2023
07/04/2022
Charlotte Win
Houston Dynamo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +27
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 19 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 19 GD: +5
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 18 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +30
P: 22 GD: +15
P: 21 GD: +11
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 22 GD: +8
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 23 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: -14
P: 22 GD: -17
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -8
P: 22 GD: -5
P: 22 GD: -13
P: 22 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Houston's Possession Squandered in Frustrating Stalemate
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. Despite a barrage of 25 combined shots and massive playoff implications, this scoreless draw failed to deliver the final-third quality fans expected.
High Expectations, Low Polish
The pre-match expectations were sky-high, and the massive Stakes were obvious with both clubs sitting firmly in fourth place in their respective conferences. From the opening whistle at Bank of America Stadium, Houston Dynamo asserted themselves. They dominated possession, holding the ball for 65% of the game and dictating the tempo. In the middle of the park, M. Bogusz was pulling the strings, delivering four key passes to unlock the defense. Yet, despite moving the ball with purpose, the visitors struggled to find a clinical finish to match their buildup play, leaving the game stuck in a tactical stalemate.
The Red Card and the Wall
The complexion of the match shifted dramatically when Charlotte were reduced to ten men. Sensing blood, Houston amplified the pressure, generating a high Intensity match script fueled by constant offensive waves. The field tilted entirely, backed by a relentless sequence of set pieces that saw 13 combined corners. Houston racked up 16 total shots, but they ran headfirst into a brick wall. K. Kahlina put on an absolute masterclass between the pipes. The goalkeeper registered four crucial saves, single-handedly keeping the shorthanded home side in the fight as the Dynamo peppered his net.
Missed Opportunities
When the final whistle blew, the lopsided Balance in possession meant little on the scoreboard. Houston will undoubtedly view this as two points dropped, having failed to capitalize on their man advantage and sheer shot volume. For Charlotte, surviving a red card to secure a scoreless draw feels like a gritty victory. Ultimately, our take is that neutral fans can safely skip the replay of this fixture; the lack of a finishing touch overshadowed the statistical dominance.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Charlotte's season?
Charlotte secures a vital point to remain fourth, proving their defensive resilience ahead of the playoffs despite playing with ten men.
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.
Title Ambitions on the Line in Carolina
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 84/100. This high-stakes clash at the top of the table could dictate who sets the MLS championship pace heading into the final stretch.
The Setup
On September 05, 2026, Bank of America Stadium hosts a crucial top-four battle. Houston Dynamo sits second, four points clear of fourth-placed Charlotte. The home side's strong Form rating is backed by a potent attack averaging over two goals a game. Combined with Houston's offensive output, our metrics point to a goals-guaranteed affair. The Stakes are escalating for both squads, but a modest Balance rating suggests Charlotte's home advantage gives them a slight edge. Keep an eye on Pep Biel pushing the tempo for the hosts, though they must stay alert to the threat of M. Bogusz on the counter.
Key Battle
Charlotte's aggressive forward line against Houston's resolute defensive block will decide this contest. If the home attackers break the lines early, the Dynamo midfield will be forced to abandon their shape and chase the game, opening up lethal transition spaces.
Our Prediction
Charlotte takes this one 2-1. Expect the hosts to leverage their home crowd, overpowering Houston in a fast-paced first half before managing the lead and slowing the tempo late on.