4 September 2025 at 23:00

Stadium: Sportsplex at Matthews

Match Events

Key match events between Crown Legacy and Carolina Core — 7 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

Crown Legacy
Carolina Core
Kick Off
7′
F. Canete
A. Miller

Own Goal

9′
41′
A. Miller

assist: F. Canete

45+1′A. Miller
Half Time
D. Sing

assist: B. Romero

50′
61′
A. MillerJ. Evans
61′
J. IbarraA. Sumo
A. GoodwinThiago
68′
N. PetkovicA. Mendoza
68′
M. SmallsE. Uchegbu
68′
71′
A. Sumo
82′
T. PinedaC. Lundeen
B. CoulibalyS. Tonidandel
83′
J. NeeleyY. Tcheuyap
83′
83′
P. LeonardiI. Covi
88′I. Covi
A. Mendoza90+4′
M. Thomas90+7′
Thiago

Penalty

90′
Full Time

Lineups

Crown Legacy lined up in a — formation under Gary Richard Perry Dicker, while Carolina Core deployed a — under Donovan Ricketts.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Crown Legacy is —, compared to 6.61 for Carolina Core. 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. Crown Legacy's highest-rated starter is —, while Carolina Core's best-rated player is J. Rodriguez (6.69).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Crown Legacy have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by J. Neeley (2G). Carolina Core's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by J. Juarez (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Crown Legacy field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Carolina Core's 11 rated 6.61. 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 Crown Legacy and 86% for Carolina Core. 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

Crown Legacy's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Carolina Core. 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 Crown Legacy's starting XI is 21.0 (youngest: J. Neeley (20), oldest: N. Petkovic (22)), while Carolina Core average 22.5 (youngest: J. Rodriguez (22), oldest: J. Juarez (23)). 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

Crown Legacy's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 15 for Carolina Core. 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.

Crown LegacyPosition StrengthCarolina Core
Avg Rating
6.61
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.61
2G 0A1G 0A
Crown Legacy
26MidfielderC. Odunze
39MidfielderJ. Neeley2G
64MidfielderM. Agyemang
54MidfielderA. Ouedraogo
24MidfielderM. Thomas
41MidfielderB. Romero
55MidfielderB. Coulibaly
23MidfielderN. Petkovic
7MidfielderA. Goodwin
91MidfielderM. Smalls
68MidfielderD. Sing
Carolina Core
0MidfielderA. Sutton
26MidfielderP. Leonardi
14MidfielderJ. Juarez6.51G
6MidfielderJ. Rodriguez6.7
2MidfielderD. Chica
4MidfielderK. Thomas
24MidfielderF. Canete
99MidfielderA. Miller
12MidfielderM. Alenga
15MidfielderT. Pineda
22MidfielderJ. Ibarra

Match Summary

Carolina Core defeated Crown Legacy 4:3. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by F. Canete 7′, A. Miller 9′ (o.g.), A. Miller 41′, D. Sing 50′, A. Sumo 71′, J. Evans 75′, Thiago 90′ (pen.). 7 yellow cards were shown. Crown Legacy made 5 substitutions, Carolina Core made 4.

Crown Legacy vs Carolina Core Head to Head Results

Crown Legacy and Carolina Core have met 2 times — Crown Legacy won 1, Carolina Core won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Crown Legacy leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 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 1–2 in 2025.

1

Crown Legacy

1

Drawn

0

Carolina Core

Goals: 2Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

9 Jul 2025Crown Legacy0 – 0Carolina Core
26 Apr 2025Carolina Core1 – 2Crown Legacy

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Crown Legacy have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Carolina Core show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Crown Legacy

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Carolina Core

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

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