Match Summary
Chattanooga defeated Carolina Core 4:1. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by I. Covi 13′ (o.g.), D. Polanco 18′, F. Sar-Sar 34′, T. Robertson 53′, P. Plougmand 79′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Carolina Core made 5 substitutions, Chattanooga made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Carolina Core and Chattanooga — 5 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: J. Evans
assist: T. Robertson
assist: J. Ibarra
Lineups
Carolina Core lined up in a — formation under Donovan Ricketts, while Chattanooga deployed a — under Christopher Francis Nugent.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Carolina Core is —, compared to 6.34 for Chattanooga. 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. Carolina Core's highest-rated starter is —, while Chattanooga's best-rated player is C. Watson (6.34).
Midfield Control
Carolina Core field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Chattanooga's 11 rated 6.34. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Carolina Core and 83% for Chattanooga. 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
Carolina Core's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Chattanooga. 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 Carolina Core's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Chattanooga average 25.0 (youngest: C. Watson (25), oldest: C. Watson (25)). 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
Carolina Core's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 16 for Chattanooga. 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, Carolina Core have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Chattanooga show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Carolina Core
Chattanooga
Head to Head
Carolina Core and Chattanooga have met 2 times — Carolina Core won 0, Chattanooga won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chattanooga leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026