Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 17/10

The MLS 2026 renews a clash that has history. Philadelphia Union and Charlotte meet again this 17/10 (Saturday), at Subaru Park (The Union), at 19:30.

In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Philadelphia Union have won 5 time(s) and score 4 goals per match. Meanwhile, Charlotte have won 3. Philadelphia Union lead the betting with a 59.88% chance of winning.

Find out how to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte before you bet.

Overview Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte

Philadelphia Union are favourites, with a 59.88% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Charlotte Football Club win are at 5.41 and a draw at 10.

In the Major League Soccer, Philadelphia Union have 12 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 56 goal(s) scored and 45 conceded. The top scorer is Milan Iloski, with 17 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 5 clashes between Philadelphia Union and Charlotte, all had over 9.5 corners.

Philadelphia Union have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against Charlotte.

Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in 13 matches in the MLS.

In the last 5 matches involving Philadelphia Union, all had over 2.5 goals.

Philadelphia Union have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the competition.

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

Head-to-head between Philadelphia Union and Charlotte

In 10 clashes between Philadelphia Union and Charlotte, the record is balanced: 4 win(s) for each side and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 05/04/2026, in the MLS. Score: Charlotte 2-1 Philadelphia Union.

A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.

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Philadelphia Union: current form

Philadelphia Union's attack is firing: an average of 4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.

See their performance in this edition of the MLS:

12 win(s), 6 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.5 point(s) per match

56 goals scored (2 per match)

Top scorer: Milan Iloski (17 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))

Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte key players

In the MLS, Milan Iloski carries Philadelphia Union's attack with 17 goal(s).

The playmaker is Francis Westfield, leading in assists with 8. In the whole season, Milan Iloski has 17 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).

Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte statistics in the MLS

Philadelphia Union have an average of 9.5 corners and 2.68 cards per match. Charlotte have 10.71 corners and 2.14 cards. The statistics for Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte are in the table below.

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Points & Results

• 1.55
  PPG
  1.59
• 45%
  Wins
  45%
• 45%
  First to Score
  48%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2.03
  Scored/game
  1.76
• 1.59
  Conceded/game
  1.48
• 1.84
  xG
  1.38
• 1.09
  xGA
  1.86

Trends

• 69%
  Both Score
  69%
• 21%
  Clean Sheet
  17%
• 17%
  Failed to Score
  21%

Correct score prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte

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

Where to watch Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte

Check out where to watch the live match between Charlotte and Philadelphia Union:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Philadelphia Union and Charlotte

The line-ups for Philadelphia Union 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.

Philadelphia Union 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 Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte

Match: Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 17/10/2026

Time: 19:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Subaru Park (The Union)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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