Match Summary
Crown Legacy defeated Carolina Core 2:1. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by J. Sarkos 75′, F. Canete 83′, A. Subotic 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Carolina Core made 3 substitutions, Crown Legacy made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Carolina Core and Crown Legacy — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Subotic
assist: J. Sarkos
Lineups
Carolina Core lined up in a — formation under Donovan Ricketts, while Crown Legacy deployed a — under Gary Richard Perry Dicker.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Carolina Core is —, compared to 6.62 for Crown Legacy. 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 Crown Legacy's best-rated player is A. Subotic (6.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Carolina Core have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Crown Legacy's starters account for 5 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by A. Subotic (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Carolina Core field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Crown Legacy's 11 rated 6.62. 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 79% for Crown Legacy. 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 4 for Crown Legacy. 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 Crown Legacy average 19.0 (youngest: A. Subotic (19), oldest: A. Subotic (19)). 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 17 for Crown Legacy. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Carolina Core have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Crown Legacy show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Carolina Core
Crown Legacy
Head to Head
Carolina Core and Crown Legacy have met 2 times — Carolina Core won 1, Crown Legacy won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Carolina Core leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2025.
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Carolina Core
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026