Forward Madison and Charlotte Independence face each other in an official match of the 2026 USL League One season. The game takes place at on Sunday, 23/08/2026, at 01:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Forward Madison vs Charlotte Independence, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

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👉 Our prediction is: Forward Madison to win the 1st half

Forward Madison has been a strong home team overall this season, and the statistics point to them being particularly quick to pounce in the opening 45 minutes. Whether that aggressive mentality is due to the energy of the home crowd or an intentional plan on the part of the manager, it has proven to be very effective.

We foresee that plan paying off once again in their match against Charlotte Independence, so our top tip is for Forward Madison to win the first half.

👉 Our prediction is: Forward Madison win or draw

The Double Chance market is an excellent option for those who want a little more security and a little less risk in their bets. Of the three potential outcomes in a football match (win, draw, loss), two of them ensure a winning bet.

And with the 1X bet, the home team has a higher probability of hitting on the bet thanks to the added advantage of playing in their own stadium.

So based on recent form and other factors, we feel confident enough in Forward Madison's ability to avoid defeat to make Forward Madison win or draw our top betting tip for this match.

Forward Madison preview

Forward Madison comes into the match having played 20 games in the USL League One so far. They have recorded 12 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.95 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 12 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses.

Forward Madison's attack has scored 40 goals during this period. Out of this total, 40 goals were scored in the USL League One, averaging 2 goals per match. The season's average stands at 2.

The offence system of Forward Madison is led by Ryan Carmichael as the top scorer of the season. The scottish forward has scored 9 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Roman Torres, who has contributed with 7 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 21 goals with an average of 1.05 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 21 goals conceded in 20 matches, resulting in an average of 1.05.

Charlotte Independence preview

On the other hand, Charlotte Independence comes into the match having played 20 games in the USL League One so far. They have recorded 13 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 2.1 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 13 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses.

Charlotte Independence's attack has scored 46 goals during this period. Out of this total, 46 goals were scored in the USL League One, averaging 2.3 goals per match. The season's average stands at 2.3.

The offence system of Charlotte Independence is led by Souaibou Marou as the top scorer of the season. The cameroonian forward has scored 9 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Christopher Jaime, who has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 28 goals with an average of 1.4 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 28 goals conceded in 20 matches, resulting in an average of 1.4.

Head to head: Forward Madison vs Charlotte Independence

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Forward Madison

USA - USL League One

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W D L W W

2

Home D W W W W

2.6

Away W L W L L

1.2

Away Team

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Charlotte Independence

USA - USL League One

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W W W L

2.4

Home W W W W L

2.4

Away L D W W W

2

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Published on 21 August 2026, at 14:09 Last updated on 22 August 2026, at 04:27
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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