Major League Soccer Gameweek 25
FC Cincinnati 3 - 3 FT Charlotte
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
2' Pavel Bucha (Tom Barlow)
Liel Abada 7'
Pep Biel 17'
↓ Liel Abada ↑Rodolfo Aloko 44'
HT
51' Kevin Denkey (Andrei Chirilă)
Idan Toklomati Jorno (Rodolfo Aloko) 55'
56' ↓ Tom Barlow ↑Bryan Ramirez
↓ Luca De La Torre ↑Brandt Bronico 70'
74' ↓ Nick Hagglund ↑Teenage Hadebe
74' ↓ Andrei Chirilă ↑Kristian Fletcher
↓ Will Cleary ↑Morrison Agyemang 77'
↓ Idan Toklomati Jorno ↑Tyger Smalls 78'
81' Kenji Mboma Dem
Rodolfo Aloko 83'
85' ↓ Samuel Mawuena Gidi ↑Kyle Smith
85' ↓ Kenji Mboma Dem ↑Ayoub Jabbari
90'+1 Kevin Denkey (Bryan Ramirez)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Cincinnati
Goalkeepers
Roman Celentano 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Miles Robinson 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
71%
Pass Acc
Nick Hagglund 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
A. Chirila
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
55%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Ender Echenique 
MAGNET
72
Activity
72
Activity
63
Passes
9
Duels
Pavel Bucha
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
83
Passes
4
Duels
Gerardo Valenzuela
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Samuel Gidi
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
81
Passes
5
Duels
Kenji Mboma Dem
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Kévin Denkey 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
9.0
Rating
Tom Barlow
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Evan Louro 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Teenage Hadebe 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alvas Powell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryan Ramírez
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
Kyle Smith
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stefan Chirila
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kristian Fletcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ayoub Jabbari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charlotte
Goalkeepers
Kristijan Kahlina 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Will Cleary
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Frederick Kessler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Ream
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Byrne 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Djibril Diani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pep Biel 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Luca de la Torre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Forwards
Liel Abada
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Idan Toklomati
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Allan Saint-Maximin
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Tyler Miller
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jack Neeley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Privett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morrison Agyemang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brandt Bronico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Aloko 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7
Rating
Tyger Smalls
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Richmond
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2026 | Charlotte | 2 - 2 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Bank of America Stadium |
| 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 |
05/09/2026
08/10/2025
03/15/2025
07/13/2024
03/30/2024
09/23/2023
07/08/2023
09/03/2022
03/26/2022
FC Cincinnati Win
Charlotte Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +26
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 21 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +5
P: 21 GD: +2
P: 19 GD: -2
P: 21 GD: -12
P: 20 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 19 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -12
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
FC Cincinnati
Charlotte
FC Cincinnati
Charlotte
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Denkey's Late Heroics Rescue Cincinnati in Six-Goal TQL Thriller
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A relentless attacking barrage culminated in a 90th-minute equalizer, capping off a chaotic draw that showcased the very best of MLS drama.
A Frantic First Quarter
FC Cincinnati wasted no time lighting up TQL Stadium. Just two minutes in, Pavel Bucha finished a slick feed from Tom Barlow to set the tone. But Charlotte struck back immediately. An unyielding Intensity defined the opening exchanges, with Liel Abada leveling the score in the 7th minute. The visitors capitalized on their momentum when Pep Biel converted a 17th-minute penalty. Despite the early scoreboard deficit, the hosts were already laying siege to the penalty area, launching an offensive that would ultimately yield 29 total shots by the final whistle.
Second-Half Surge
After the break, the Balance of power shifted violently toward the home side. Cincinnati dominated possession at a staggering 69%, utilizing relentless corner pressure to squeeze their opponents. Kevin Denkey found the breakthrough in the 51st minute, nodding home an assist from Andrei Chirilă. Yet, Charlotte's efficiency was lethal. Just four minutes later, Idan Toklomati Jorno restored the away lead following a brilliant setup by substitute Rodolfo Aloko. Charlotte’s goalkeeper was forced into seven crucial saves as the home side turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, peppering the box from every angle.
Stoppage-Time Salvation
As the clock ticked past 90 minutes, the Stakes peaked for a Cincinnati side fighting to snap a poor run of form. Their relentless attacking siege finally cracked the Charlotte defense. Substitute Bryan Ramirez delivered the crucial pass, and Denkey smashed home his second of the night to secure a dramatic 3-3 draw. While the visitors will feel robbed of all three points despite attempting only 8 shots, this late equalizer was just reward for Cincinnati’s offensive dominance. The draw keeps Charlotte in fifth, while the hosts continue grinding in the seventh spot of the Eastern Conference.
Key Questions
What made K. Denkey the Man of the Match?
Denkey delivered a sensational brace, including a dramatic 90th-minute equalizer, perfectly anchoring Cincinnati's relentless attack and earning a 9.04 rating.
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
A combination of clinical counter-attacks from Charlotte and a 29-shot offensive siege from FC Cincinnati created constant chaos and six lead shifts.
Did FC Cincinnati deserve the late equalizer?
Absolutely. They dominated possession at 69%, generated 12 corners, and unleashed 29 shots, making Denkey's 90th-minute strike a fully warranted reward.
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 Crucial Eastern Conference Clash
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. The playoff race tightens as FC Cincinnati and Charlotte clash in a high-stakes affair where defending takes a back seat.
The Setup
September 12, 2026, brings a genuine six-pointer to TQL Stadium. Charlotte sits comfortably in fifth with 35 points, but Cincinnati is breathing down their necks in sixth with 31. A home victory blows the playoff race wide open. A strong Form rating points to an absolute goal-fest. Cincinnati averages a blistering 2.8 goals per game at home. Charlotte adds 1.4 to the mix. Yet, both defenses are incredibly fragile, combining for 3.8 goals conceded per match. The Stakes dictate an aggressive approach from the first whistle. Despite Cincinnati entering as favorites, a solid Balance rating ensures this will be fiercely contested. Throw in heavy-hitting Stars like Evander, and the stage is set for fireworks.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Kenji Mboma Dem and Henry Kessler. Cincinnati will look to isolate their dynamic attacker in the final third. Charlotte's backline must organize swiftly, or Kessler will find himself hopelessly exposed against blistering pace.
Our Prediction
FC Cincinnati takes a wild 3-2 victory. Charlotte will definitely find the net against a leaky home defense, but Cincinnati's overwhelming firepower will carry them over the line in front of their own fans.