Football Result

Wilfried Zaha 85'
Tah Anunga 70'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
51.6%
25.8%
22.6%
That's quite a surprise.
Power Comparison in the League
0.63
0.504
Game Stats
Goals
0
1
Shots on Target
7
3
Shots
17
8
Possession
50.3%
49.7%
Fouls
11
15
Yellow Cards
4
2
Red Cards
1
0
Corners
5
2
Offsides
2
0
Saves
2
8
Team Formations
3-4-2-1
4-4-2


Location
TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio
Attendance
25,513
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-08-11 | Game Summary

The MLS match between FC Cincinnati and Charlotte FC at TQL Stadium concluded with a 0-1 victory for Charlotte FC. The AI had predicted an FC Cincinnati win with a 51.6% probability, but the actual result contradicted this prediction. The game was more balanced than the AI anticipated, though the prediction of an FC Cincinnati win wasn't wildly off. Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha scored the decisive goal in the 85th minute. FC Cincinnati's Tah Anunga received a red card in the 70th minute, reducing the home side to ten men. Despite having slightly more possession (50.3%), FC Cincinnati failed to convert their 17 shots into goals, with only 7 being on target. Charlotte FC, with fewer shots (8 total, 3 on target), proved more clinical. The goalkeepers had differing workloads, with Charlotte FC's keeper making 8 saves compared to FC Cincinnati's 2. FC Cincinnati committed fewer fouls (11) but received more yellow cards (4) than Charlotte FC (15 fouls, 2 yellows). FC Cincinnati, employing a 3-4-2-1 formation, struggled to break down Charlotte FC's 4-4-2 setup.
Looking at recent form, FC Cincinnati has been inconsistent, alternating between wins, losses, and draws in the Leagues Cup and MLS. Charlotte FC, conversely, seems to have found some form, with recent wins in the Leagues Cup and MLS. The previous head-to-head matches also show a mixed bag of results. FC Cincinnati's next match is away against Portland Timbers, a team that has also been inconsistent recently. Charlotte FC will host Real Salt Lake, seeking to continue their winning momentum.
FC Cincinnati will need to improve their finishing and maintain discipline to avoid red cards if they want to win the next match. Charlotte FC will be looking to capitalize on their improved form and secure another victory. Charlotte FC's win continues a trend of them performing well against Cincinnati, having won or drawn in the majority of their last meetings. Cincinnati's inability to score, coupled with a late sending off, mirrors some of their struggles in previous games where they've lacked clinical finishing. Charlotte FC have demonstrated a resilience and ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes, as seen in their recent Leagues Cup victory against Monterrey.

2025-08-09 | Pre-game insights

On August 10, 2025, FC Cincinnati will face Charlotte FC at TQL Stadium in an MLS match. An AI predicts an FC Cincinnati victory with a 51.6% probability, compared to Charlotte's 22.6%. The draw probability stands at 25.8%. FC Cincinnati, rated 0.63, hopes to leverage home advantage against Charlotte FC, rated 0.504. Cincinnati's recent form has been mixed, with a Leagues Cup loss against Guadalajara but a win against Monterrey. Luciano Acosta, Cincinnati's star midfielder, will be key to unlocking Charlotte's defense. Brandon Vazquez, the prolific striker, will aim to add to his goal tally. Charlotte, despite their recent Leagues Cup win against Monterrey, faces an uphill battle. The AI's prediction suggests Cincinnati's slightly stronger team and home support will be decisive. Both teams will be eager to secure crucial MLS points.