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Futmetrix Verdict
88
Inter Miami
vs
Charlotte
Sat, Nov 7 • 21:00
⚡ Form 89
⚖️ Balance 66
🏆 Stakes 46
⭐ Stars 84
Third versus fifth, with everything tightening

Win Probability

  • Inter Miami 68%
  • Draw 17%
  • Charlotte 15%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Inter Miami’s top-four grip faces Charlotte’s late push

Third against fifth, separated by three points, this is a direct fight for a top-four finish.

The Setup

On November 07, 2026, third-placed Inter Miami host fifth-placed Charlotte at Nu Stadium. Inter have 56 points from 32 matches; Charlotte have 53 from 33. A Charlotte win would draw level on points; a home victory would widen the gap. Stakes: a top-four finish and the wider Champions League qualification race, with the regular season nearing its end.

Inter arrive on a three-match winning run after a draw and a defeat. Charlotte’s sequence has stalled: two wins, then a loss, draw and another loss. The Form edge is clearly Miami’s. The Balance is less simple: Inter have scored 75 goals in 32 games but conceded 55; Charlotte have scored 63 and let in 48 across 33. Miami bring the louder attack, while Charlotte’s stronger defensive record offers a route to frustrate the hosts and punish loose defending.

Key Battle

The Stars angle is L. Messi against I. Toklomati Giorno. Messi’s three goals and two assists in five matches underline his ability to unlock a defence; Toklomati Giorno has four goals and two assists in five, giving Charlotte a direct threat whenever space opens. Miami must limit that outlet without surrendering the freedom Messi needs around the box.

Our Verdict

Inter Miami to win 3-2. Expect the hosts to take possession and pin Charlotte back, with the visitors answering through quick breaks into the space behind. Charlotte should create enough to score, but Miami’s sustained pressure and sharper combinations in the final third ought to produce the decisive openings. This looks open, not comfortable.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Yes. The top-four fight, Miami’s forceful attack and a sharp Charlotte scorer give this one real pull.

What outcome should we expect?

Inter Miami to win 3-2, with Charlotte scoring on the break before Miami’s pressure tells.

Where are Inter Miami and Charlotte in the table?

Inter Miami are third on 56 points; Charlotte are fifth on 53.

How is Inter Miami playing lately?

Three consecutive wins, following a draw and a defeat.

Which player should we watch?

I. Toklomati Giorno has 4 goals and 2 assists in 5 matches, averaging a 7.7 rating.

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.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
09/13/2025 Charlotte 3 - 0 Inter Miami Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
03/09/2025 Inter Miami 1 - 0 Charlotte Major League Soccer Chase Stadium
09/28/2024 Inter Miami 1 - 1 Charlotte Major League Soccer Chase Stadium
07/03/2024 Charlotte 1 - 2 Inter Miami Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
10/22/2023 Charlotte 1 - 0 Inter Miami Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
10/19/2023 Inter Miami 2 - 2 Charlotte Major League Soccer DRV PNK Stadium
08/12/2023 Inter Miami 4 - 0 Charlotte Leagues Cup DRV PNK Stadium
07/17/2022 Inter Miami 3 - 2 Charlotte Major League Soccer DRV PNK Stadium
05/07/2022 Charlotte 1 - 0 Inter Miami Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
09/13/2025
Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
03/09/2025
Major League Soccer Chase Stadium
09/28/2024
Major League Soccer Chase Stadium
07/03/2024
Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
10/22/2023
Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
10/19/2023
Major League Soccer DRV PNK Stadium
08/12/2023
Leagues Cup DRV PNK Stadium
07/17/2022
Major League Soccer DRV PNK Stadium
05/07/2022
Major League Soccer Bank of America Stadium
Inter Miami Win
Charlotte Win
Draw

Season Statistics

2
League Position
5
59
Points
53
77
Goals Scored
63
56
Goals Conceded
48

Eastern Conference League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Nashville SC 33 74 69 25 +44 WNashville SC 3 - 2 New York Red Bulls (01-11-2026)DNashville SC 0 - 0 Philadelphia Union (29-10-2026)WCF Montreal 0 - 2 Nashville SC (24-10-2026)DSan Jose Earthquakes 1 - 1 Nashville SC (18-10-2026)WNashville SC 4 - 0 Sporting Kansas City (15-10-2026)
2 Inter Miami 33 59 77 56 +21 WNew England Revolution 1 - 2 Inter Miami (02-11-2026)DInter Miami 2 - 2 FC Cincinnati (28-10-2026)LNew York Red Bulls 2 - 0 Inter Miami (24-10-2026)WAtlanta United FC 1 - 3 Inter Miami (17-10-2026)WInter Miami 2 - 0 New York City FC (14-10-2026)
3 New England Revolution 33 58 55 46 +9 LNew England Revolution 1 - 2 Inter Miami (02-11-2026)WNew England Revolution 3 - 2 New York Red Bulls (28-10-2026)WPhiladelphia Union 1 - 2 New England Revolution (24-10-2026)WNew England Revolution 1 - 0 Chicago Fire (17-10-2026)WFC Cincinnati 2 - 3 New England Revolution (14-10-2026)
4 Chicago Fire 33 55 61 50 +11 WColorado Rapids 2 - 4 Chicago Fire (01-11-2026)DChicago Fire 2 - 2 Orlando City SC (29-10-2026)WAtlanta United FC 2 - 3 Chicago Fire (24-10-2026)LNew England Revolution 1 - 0 Chicago Fire (17-10-2026)LChicago Fire 1 - 3 Philadelphia Union (15-10-2026)
5 Charlotte 33 53 63 48 +15 WCharlotte 4 - 0 Orlando City SC (31-10-2026)WCharlotte 4 - 0 CF Montreal (28-10-2026)LPortland Timbers 3 - 2 Charlotte (25-10-2026)DPhiladelphia Union 2 - 2 Charlotte (17-10-2026)LColumbus Crew 3 - 1 Charlotte (14-10-2026)
6 Philadelphia Union 33 47 62 51 +11 LFC Cincinnati 1 - 0 Philadelphia Union (31-10-2026)DNashville SC 0 - 0 Philadelphia Union (29-10-2026)LPhiladelphia Union 1 - 2 New England Revolution (24-10-2026)DPhiladelphia Union 2 - 2 Charlotte (17-10-2026)WChicago Fire 1 - 3 Philadelphia Union (15-10-2026)
7 FC Cincinnati 33 46 67 73 -6 WFC Cincinnati 1 - 0 Philadelphia Union (31-10-2026)DInter Miami 2 - 2 FC Cincinnati (28-10-2026)WDC United 0 - 2 FC Cincinnati (24-10-2026)WFC Cincinnati 2 - 1 DC United (21-10-2026)LFC Cincinnati 0 - 2 Columbus Crew (18-10-2026)
8 Columbus Crew 33 44 55 49 +6 WColumbus Crew 3 - 0 DC United (31-10-2026)WFC Dallas 0 - 2 Columbus Crew (29-10-2026)WColumbus Crew 4 - 2 Toronto FC (24-10-2026)WFC Cincinnati 0 - 2 Columbus Crew (18-10-2026)WColumbus Crew 3 - 1 Charlotte (14-10-2026)
9 Orlando City SC 33 43 62 78 -16 LCharlotte 4 - 0 Orlando City SC (31-10-2026)DChicago Fire 2 - 2 Orlando City SC (29-10-2026)DOrlando City SC 2 - 2 New York City FC (24-10-2026)WOrlando City SC 4 - 1 DC United (17-10-2026)DToronto FC 3 - 3 Orlando City SC (14-10-2026)
10 New York Red Bulls 33 39 45 62 -17 LNashville SC 3 - 2 New York Red Bulls (01-11-2026)LNew England Revolution 3 - 2 New York Red Bulls (28-10-2026)WNew York Red Bulls 2 - 0 Inter Miami (24-10-2026)LNew York Red Bulls 0 - 2 Toronto FC (17-10-2026)LDC United 2 - 1 New York Red Bulls (14-10-2026)
11 New York City FC 33 39 48 45 +3 DNew York City FC 1 - 1 CF Montreal (31-10-2026)WNew York City FC 2 - 1 Atlanta United FC (28-10-2026)DOrlando City SC 2 - 2 New York City FC (24-10-2026)DNew York City FC 1 - 1 Los Angeles FC (17-10-2026)LInter Miami 2 - 0 New York City FC (14-10-2026)
12 Toronto FC 33 39 51 63 -12 LAtlanta United FC 3 - 1 Toronto FC (01-11-2026)WToronto FC 2 - 1 DC United (28-10-2026)LColumbus Crew 4 - 2 Toronto FC (24-10-2026)WNew York Red Bulls 0 - 2 Toronto FC (17-10-2026)DToronto FC 3 - 3 Orlando City SC (14-10-2026)
13 Atlanta United FC 33 33 43 57 -14 WAtlanta United FC 3 - 1 Toronto FC (01-11-2026)LNew York City FC 2 - 1 Atlanta United FC (28-10-2026)LAtlanta United FC 2 - 3 Chicago Fire (24-10-2026)LAtlanta United FC 1 - 3 Inter Miami (17-10-2026)WCF Montreal 0 - 3 Atlanta United FC (14-10-2026)
14 DC United 33 33 39 60 -21 LColumbus Crew 3 - 0 DC United (31-10-2026)LToronto FC 2 - 1 DC United (28-10-2026)LDC United 0 - 2 FC Cincinnati (24-10-2026)LFC Cincinnati 2 - 1 DC United (21-10-2026)LOrlando City SC 4 - 1 DC United (17-10-2026)
15 CF Montreal 33 26 37 67 -30 DNew York City FC 1 - 1 CF Montreal (31-10-2026)LCharlotte 4 - 0 CF Montreal (28-10-2026)LCF Montreal 0 - 2 Nashville SC (24-10-2026)DSeattle Sounders 1 - 1 CF Montreal (18-10-2026)LCF Montreal 0 - 3 Atlanta United FC (14-10-2026)

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