Match Summary
Charlotte and Orlando City SC drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by P. Biel 40′, B. Tuiloma 65′, R. Enrique 69′, M. Pasalic 80′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Charlotte had 33% possession while Orlando City SC held 67%. Charlotte had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Charlotte 0.81 — Orlando City SC 2.35. Charlotte made 3 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Charlotte and Orlando City SC — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Biel
Match Statistics
Charlotte had 33% possession against Orlando City SC's 67%. Charlotte registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 15 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 2–6. Fouls committed: 15–12.
Lineups
Charlotte lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Dean Smith, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-4-2 under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Charlotte is 6.95, compared to 6.94 for Orlando City SC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Charlotte's highest-rated starter is P. Biel (7.39), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is C. Araujo (7.09).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Charlotte have contributed 19 goals and 19 assists this season, led by P. Biel (10G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 10 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by R. Enrique (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Charlotte deploy 4 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Charlotte field 5 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Orlando City SC's 4 rated 7.09. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Charlotte start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Orlando City SC averaging 6.79. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Charlotte and 46% for Orlando City SC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Charlotte's starters have collected 23 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Orlando City SC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Charlotte's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: J. Marshall-Rutty (21), oldest: B. Tuiloma (30)), while Orlando City SC average 24.0 (youngest: C. Araujo (24), oldest: C. Araujo (24)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Charlotte's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 24 for Orlando City SC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Charlotte have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Orlando City SC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Charlotte
Orlando City SC
Head to Head
Charlotte and Orlando City SC have met 1 times — Charlotte won 0, Orlando City SC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
0
Charlotte
0
Drawn
1
Orlando City SC
Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026