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Charlotte vs New York Red Bulls

Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte25 August 2025 at 00:00
Referee: Armando Villarrea

Match Events

Charlotte
New York Red Bulls
Kick Off
Penalty cancelled8′
VAR
K. A. Calderon Vargas

assist: I. Toklomati

30′
H. ToffoloJ. Marshall-Rutty
45+3′
Half Time
46′
D. NealisK. Duncan
60′
M. SofoS. Ngoma
60′
D. EdelmanR. Donkor
B. BronicoE. Williamson
73′
K. A. Calderon VargasL. Abada
73′
76′
P. StroudJ. Hall
76′
W. CarmonaW. Bogacz
I. ToklomatiA. Goodwin
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal9
4Total Shots15
0Blocked Shots3
3Shots insidebox10
1Shots outsidebox5
7Fouls13
2Corner Kicks8
2Offsides0
40%Ball Possession60%
0Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
388Total passes577
317Passes accurate507
82%Passes %88%
0.50expected_goals1.69
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Charlotte is 6.92, compared to 6.72 for New York Red Bulls. 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 A. Westwood (7.47), while New York Red Bulls's best-rated player is D. Nealis (6.98).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Charlotte have contributed 9 goals and 8 assists this season, led by I. Toklomati (4G). New York Red Bulls's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). 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 6.78 on average, against New York Red Bulls's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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 6.94, versus New York Red Bulls's 5 rated 6.65. 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 6.76, compared to 1 for New York Red Bulls averaging 6.62. 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 86% for Charlotte and 82% for New York Red Bulls. 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 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for New York Red Bulls. 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 30.3 (youngest: I. Toklomati (21), oldest: T. Ream (38)), while New York Red Bulls average 30.0 (youngest: M. Sofo (21), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 9 for New York Red Bulls. 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.

Charlotte4-2-3-14-2-3-1New York Red Bulls
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Kahlina14Byrne29Malanda3Ream15Toffolo28Diani8Westwood18Vargas13Bronico10Zaha17Tokloma.31Coronel12Nealis3Eile26Parker44Edwards8Stroud75Edelman37Sofo10Forsberg19Carmona13Choupo-.

Substitutes

Coach: Dean Smith

Substitutes

Coach: Sandro Schwarz

CharlottePosition StrengthNew York Red Bulls
6.92
Avg Rating
6.72
7.45Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.78Defender (4 v 4)6.84
0G 3A0G 0A
6.94Midfielder (5 v 5)6.65
5G 4A2G 3A
6.76Forward (1 v 1)6.62
4G 1A2G 0A
Charlotte4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperK. Kahlina7.5
14DefenderN. Byrne6.5
29DefenderA. Malanda
3DefenderT. Ream7.01A
15DefenderH. Toffolo6.82A
28MidfielderD. Diani6.71A
8MidfielderA. Westwood7.51G1A
18MidfielderK. A. Calderon Vargas6.82G1A
13MidfielderB. Bronico6.7
10MidfielderW. Zaha7.02G1A
17ForwardI. Toklomati6.84G1A
New York Red Bulls4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperCarlos Coronel
12DefenderD. Nealis7.0
3DefenderN. Eile
26DefenderT. Parker6.7
44DefenderR. Edwards
8MidfielderP. Stroud
75MidfielderD. Edelman
37MidfielderM. Sofo6.51G
10MidfielderE. Forsberg6.81G3A
19MidfielderW. Carmona
13ForwardE. M. Choupo-Moting6.62G

Match Summary

Charlotte defeated New York Red Bulls 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by K. A. Calderon Vargas 30′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Charlotte had 40% possession while New York Red Bulls held 60%. Charlotte had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (3 on target) for New York Red Bulls. Expected goals: Charlotte 0.50 — New York Red Bulls 1.69. Charlotte made 4 substitutions, New York Red Bulls made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Brandt Bronico 8′).

Rivalry since 2022

Charlotte vs New York Red Bulls Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Charlotte
2
wins
Drawn
3
New York Red Bulls
5
wins
Total goals
40 · 4.0/match
Both scored
8/10 · 80%
Over 2.5
6/10 · 60%

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