Columbus Crew vs Charlotte: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 15/10

Columbus Crew and Charlotte have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 15/10 (Thursday), at Lower.com Field, at 00:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Columbus Crew have won 2 time(s) and score 1.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, Charlotte have won 3 time(s). Columbus Crew have a 46.51% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte.

Overview Columbus Crew vs Charlotte

Columbus Crew are favourites, with a 46.51% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Charlotte Football Club win are at 3.65 and a draw at 4.082.

In the Major League Soccer, Columbus Crew have 8 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 15 defeat(s), with 41 goal(s) scored and 46 conceded. The top scorer is Diego Rossi, with 6 goal(s). On the other side, Charlotte have 13 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 50 goal(s) scored and 40 conceded. Pep Biel is the top scorer with 12 goal(s).

In the last 3 clashes between Columbus Crew and Charlotte, all had over 2.5 goals.

In the last 3 clashes between Columbus Crew and Charlotte, the first half had 2 or more goals.

In the last 4 clashes between Columbus Crew and Charlotte, all had over 9.5 corners.

Columbus Crew have conceded goals in all of their last 9 clashes against Charlotte.

Charlotte have conceded goals in their last 5 matches in the league.

Head-to-head between Columbus Crew and Charlotte

In 9 clashes, Charlotte have the advantage over Columbus Crew: 4 win(s) against 2 and 3 draw(s). The most recent was on 16/08/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Charlotte 3-1 Columbus Crew.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Columbus Crew: current form

Columbus Crew are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.

See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:

8 win(s), 5 draw(s), 15 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.04 point(s) per match

41 goals scored (1.46 per match)

Top scorer: Diego Rossi (6 goal(s))

Charlotte: current form

On the other side, Charlotte also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.

Follow their performance in the MLS:

13 win(s), 7 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.64 point(s) per match

50 goals scored (1.79 per match)

Top scorer: Pep Biel (12 goal(s))

Columbus Crew vs Charlotte key players

In the MLS, Diego Rossi carries Columbus Crew Soccer Club's attack with 6 goal(s).

The playmaker is Maximilian Arfsten, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Diego Rossi has 6 goal(s).

On the other side, Pep Biel is the name that frightens the most for The Crown with 12 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Pep Biel leads in assists with 8. In the whole season, Pep Biel has accumulated 12 goal(s).

Columbus Crew vs Charlotte statistics in the MLS

Columbus Crew have an average of 8.93 corners and 1.68 cards per match. Charlotte have 10.71 corners and 2.14 cards. The statistics for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte are in the table below.

Columbus Crew

Home

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VS

Charlotte

Away

WLWDW

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.04
  PPG
  1.64
• 29%
  Wins
  46%
• 50%
  First to Score
  46%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.46
  Scored/game
  1.79
• 1.64
  Conceded/game
  1.43
• 1.51
  xG
  1.40
• 1.30
  xGA
  1.80

Trends

• 71%
  Both Score
  68%
• 18%
  Clean Sheet
  18%
• 14%
  Failed to Score
  21%

Correct score prediction for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte

The favoritism in the odds points to Columbus Crew. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Columbus Crew 1-0 Charlotte. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Columbus Crew vs Charlotte

Check out where to watch the live match between Charlotte and Columbus Crew:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Columbus Crew and Charlotte

The line-ups for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Columbus Crew Soccer Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Charlotte Football Club line-up

The Charlotte starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Columbus Crew vs Charlotte

Match: Columbus Crew vs Charlotte

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 15/10/2026

Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Lower.com Field

Broadcast: none scheduled

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