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Charlotte vs Atlanta United FC Prediction, Tips & Odds

Charlotte vs Atlanta United FC

Major League SoccerRegular Season - 18
Charlotte
#7 · Major League Soccer
WWLWD
2 - 2
Bank of America Stadium
Atlanta United FC
#15 · Major League Soccer
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★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.60
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.58 (implied 63.2%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 65.7% probability (an expert ratio of 1.52). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (65.7% vs 63.2%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Charlotte to win against Atlanta United FC, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Charlotte currently occupies 6th place in the standings with 21 points from 15 matches, boasting a positive goal difference of 1. Their recent form shows two wins, one draw, and two losses in the last five matches. Key to their performance has been their ability to score, netting 24 goals this season, which indicates a solid attacking unit. In contrast, Atlanta United FC is struggling in 14th place with only 11 points from 14 matches. Their season has been marked by inconsistency, reflected in their record of three wins, two draws, and nine losses. The team has managed just 14 goals while conceding 23, leading to a negative goal difference of -9. Their recent form, with just one win in the last five matches, highlights ongoing issues in both attack and defence. According to the model, Charlotte has a win probability of 55%, while Atlanta's chances sit at 25%. The key market percentage indicates that there is a 20% likelihood of a draw. A potential caveat for Charlotte could be their tendency to drop points after leading, which could allow Atlanta to capitalize if they can find their rhythm. For a detailed explanation of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Charlotte Win56%2.01
Draw23%3.53
Atlanta United FC Win22%3.52
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5858.3%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.7055.7%

Combined goal output is high (2.9 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Charlotte 1-1 Atlanta United FC
6.3715.8%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.8% probability.

Asian Handicap
Charlotte -1.5
3.7536%

Charlotte have been the stronger side, winning 46% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.37
15.8%
2-1
7.96
12.6%
1-0
8.30
12.1%
2-0
10.04
10.1%
1-2
10.78
9.4%
2-2
11.13
9.2%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 15.8% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Charlotte
-0.0
1.48
Atlanta United FC
+0.0
2.53
Charlotte
-0.3
1.78
Atlanta United FC
+0.3
3.05
Charlotte
-0.5
1.92
Atlanta United FC
+0.5
3.42
Charlotte
-1.5
3.75
Atlanta United FC
+1.5
7.50

Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Charlotte are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Charlotte vs Atlanta United FC
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.003.653.351.702.101.602.20
Marathonbet
1.903.563.781.692.131.592.18
Betfair
2.003.503.601.732.101.602.30
Pinnacle
2.093.633.561.732.19
SBO
2.033.433.281.702.19
William Hill
2.003.503.201.602.25
Bet365
2.053.503.501.672.151.572.25
Unibet
2.063.303.651.722.071.582.23
Betano
2.073.503.551.722.181.572.30
Superbet
1.923.653.851.682.201.582.27
BetVictor
2.003.603.401.652.061.552.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
91.8%
Over 1.5 Goals
77.9%
Over 2.5 Goals
55.7%
Over 3.5 Goals
34.6%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XCharlotte or Draw
78%1.28
12Charlotte or Atlanta United FC
77%1.27
X2Draw or Atlanta United FC
44%1.77

Head to Head

Last 9 Meetings (Charlotte leads 5-4)
5 Charlotte0 Draw4 Atlanta United FC
28 Apr
Charlotte
0-2
Atlanta United FC
US Open Cup
Jul 25
Atlanta United FC
2-3
Charlotte
Major League Soccer
Mar 25
Charlotte
2-0
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
Aug 24
Charlotte
0-1
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
Jun 24
Atlanta United FC
2-3
Charlotte
Major League Soccer
May 23
Atlanta United FC
1-3
Charlotte
Major League Soccer
Mar 23
Charlotte
0-3
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
Apr 22
Charlotte
1-0
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
Mar 22
Atlanta United FC
2-1
Charlotte
Major League Soccer

In the last nine matches between Charlotte and Atlanta United FC, Charlotte has won 5 times, Atlanta has won 4 times, and there have been no draws. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, with several close matches. Notably, Charlotte has secured narrow victories, such as 2-1 and 1-0, while Atlanta's wins include a few heavy defeats for Charlotte, like the 0-3 loss. Both teams have shown the ability to win, but Charlotte's recent success highlights a slight edge in this head-to-head record.

Major League Soccer Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Nashville SC
18124235142140
DLWWW
1
Vancouver Whitecaps
17104338172134
DDLWL
2
Los Angeles FC
19104535191634
DWWWW
2
Inter Miami
18115245321338
DWWWW
3
New England Revolution
189362823530
LDWDL
3
San Jose Earthquakes
18103537241333
LDLWL
7
Charlotte
187472927225
LWDWW
14
CF Montreal
1844102435-1116
DLLDD
15
Atlanta United FC
1833121933-1412
LLDLL
15
Sporting Kansas City
1842121846-2814
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
CharlotteHome
5W3D2L
10 playedGF 20 · GA 111.80 pts/game
Atlanta United FCAway
1W2D7L
10 playedGF 8 · GA 190.50 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
CharlotteAtlanta United FC
1.68Goals p.g.1.21
1.25Goals conceded p.g.1.68
29%Clean sheets14%
46%Win rate25%
2.93Avg goals in match2.89
1.55xG per game1.35
-0.26xGA per game-0.08
46%Possession %48%
4.9Shots on target / game4.6
4.9Corners per game4.9
Charlotte
Recent Form

Charlotte have won 10 of their last 17 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include beat Atlas 2-0 and beat U.N.A.M. - Pumas 3-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 13W 5D 10L from the last 28 games (46% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: CharlotteAll competitions
07 Aug
Charlotte
2-0
Atlas
Leagues Cup
05 Aug
Charlotte
3-0
U.N.A.M. - Pumas
Leagues Cup
02 Aug
Chicago Fire
2-1
Charlotte
Major League Soccer
25 Jul
New York Red Bulls
0-2
Charlotte
Major League Soccer
23 Jul
Charlotte
2-2
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
23 May
Charlotte
1-0
New England Revolution
Major League Soccer
13
Win
46%
5
Draw
18%
10
Lost
36%
Atlanta United FC
Recent Form

Atlanta United FC have won 3 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 10. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Atlanta United FC 3-2 and lost to New England Revolution 4-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 6D 15L from the last 28 games (25% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Atlanta United FCAll competitions
01 Aug
Philadelphia Union
3-2
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
25 Jul
New England Revolution
4-1
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
23 Jul
Charlotte
2-2
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
18 Jul
Nashville SC
1-0
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
24 May
Columbus Crew
2-0
Atlanta United FC
Major League Soccer
19 May
Orlando City SC
4-1
Atlanta United FC
US Open Cup
7
Win
25%
6
Draw
21%
15
Lost
54%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

12 players

Charlotte4

A. Saint-Maximin
Missing FixtureInactive
D. Schnegg
Missing FixtureRed Card
H. Toffolo
QuestionableHamstring Injury
N. Byrne
QuestionableMuscle Injury

Atlanta United FC8

A. Fortune
Missing FixtureInjury
F. Picault
QuestionableHamstring Injury
M. Edwards
Missing FixtureHamstring Injury
P. Amador
Missing FixtureAchilles Tendon Injury
P. Diaz
Missing FixtureTransfer negotiations
S. Alzate
Missing FixtureGroin Injury
S. Gregersen
QuestionableMuscle Injury
Sergio Santos
Missing FixtureCalf Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Charlotte Win2.01 (55.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.70 (55.7%)
Both Teams Score1.58 (58.3%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.14 (44.3%)
BTTS No2.25 (41.7%)
Speculative
Draw3.53 (22.6%)
Atlanta United FC Win3.52 (21.6%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Charlotte have averaged 4.9 corners per match at home; Atlanta United FC 4.9 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.9 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Charlotte have generated 1.55 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 46% of them. They put 4.9 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Charlotte player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.