FC Cincinnati vs Charlotte
Charlotte snatches draw in six-goal thriller
A pulsating MLS clash sees FC Cincinnati's late strike cancelled out in stoppage time.
FC Cincinnati and Charlotte served up a six-goal spectacle ending 3-3, with K. Denkey grabbing a brace for the hosts including a stoppage-time equaliser. Charlotte fought back through L. Abada, Pep Biel's penalty, and I. Toklomati Giorno to deny Cincinnati a win. The result defied Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a 4-3 home victory, leaving the points shared in a thrilling encounter.
Outcome probability
FC Cincinnati and Charlotte are set for a mouth-watering encounter in the 25th round of the regular season. Both teams boast attacking talents capable of lighting up the scoreboard, promising an entertaining spectacle for fans.
Match factors
Evander's dual threat at home
Evander's strong home scoring and assist form gives FC Cincinnati a creative edge in attack
Denkey's prolific scoring record
Denkey leads FC Cincinnati with 11 goals, showing consistent scoring ability especially at home
Charlotte's Pep Biel in good form
Pep Biel has scored 10 goals and provided 6 assists this season, maintaining consistent attacking output
Full squad availability for both teams
No confirmed injuries or suspensions for either team, so all key players are available
High assist potential from Charlotte midfield
Pep Biel and Ashley Westwood provide creative passing and set-piece threat for Charlotte
The context
This fixture sees FC Cincinnati and Charlotte face off with a history of competitive matches. Their previous nine meetings have been fairly balanced, with Charlotte holding a slight edge in wins. The average goals per game in their head-to-head stands at 2.7, hinting at an open game with plenty of goalmouth action.
Key insights
Evander
FC Cincinnati
Evander's strong home scoring and assist form gives FC Cincinnati a creative edge in attack.
Major League Soccer 26/2710 goals and 8 assists this season, with 2 goals in last 5 home games.
K. Denkey
FC Cincinnati
Denkey leads FC Cincinnati with 11 goals, showing consistent scoring ability especially at home.
Major League Soccer 26/2711 goals in 18 apps, 0.61 goals/game.
Pep Biel
Charlotte
Pep Biel has scored 10 goals and provided 6 assists this season, maintaining consistent attacking output.
Major League Soccer 26/2710 goals and 6 assists in 23 apps.
Analysis
FC Cincinnati's attacking duo, K. Denkey and Evander, have been in fine form at home, combining for 21 goals this season. Denkey leads with 11 goals, while Evander adds 10, both showing strong home performances. Charlotte counters with Pep Biel, their top scorer and assister, who has been consistent throughout the season. The prediction of a 4-3 scoreline reflects the attacking prowess on display and suggests a match where defences might be left chasing shadows. Moderate discipline is expected, with around three cards likely to be shown.
Key facts
- 1.FC Cincinnati and Charlotte have met 9 times: 2 wins for Cincinnati, 4 for Charlotte, 3 draws.
- 2.Their head-to-head matches average 2.7 goals per game.
- 3.K. Denkey leads FC Cincinnati with 11 goals this season.
- 4.Evander has contributed 10 goals and 8 assists for FC Cincinnati.
- 5.Pep Biel is Charlotte's top scorer and assister with 10 goals and 6 assists.
- 6.The predicted total cards count is 3, indicating moderate discipline.
- 7.The highest probability fulltime scoreline is 4-3 in favour of FC Cincinnati.
Prediction
The forecast leans towards a home win for FC Cincinnati in a thrilling 4-3 result. The attacking firepower of Cincinnati, especially at home, is expected to just edge out Charlotte's efforts. Fans should brace themselves for a rollercoaster of goals and moments of individual brilliance.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — FC Cincinnati
Away — Charlotte
The verdict
In summary, this fixture promises excitement and goals, with FC Cincinnati predicted to clinch a narrow victory. Key players like Denkey and Evander will be pivotal, while Charlotte's Pep Biel will look to keep his side in the hunt. Expect a match that keeps everyone on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Bucha
Assist: Barlow
Abada
Biel
Penalty
Abada
Denkey
Assist: Chirila
Toklomati Giorno
Assist: Aloko
Barlow
de la Torre
Chirila
Hagglund
Gidi
Yellow Card
Cleary
Toklomati Giorno
Mboma Dem
Yellow Card
Aloko
Yellow Card
Mboma Dem
Gidi
Denkey
Assist: Bryan Josías Ramírez León
Match Statistics
FC Cincinnati
3-5-2Starting XI
- 4N. HagglundD
- 9K. DenkeyF
- 11S. GidiM
- 12M. RobinsonD
- 16T. BarlowF
- 17K. Mboma DemM
- 18R. CelentanoG
- 20P. BuchaM
- 22G. ValenzuelaM
- 66E. EcheniqueM
- 88A. ChirilaD
Substitutes
- 2A. PowellD
- 13E. LouroG
- 14K. FletcherF
- 15T. HadebeD
- 19Stefan ChirilaM
- 24K. SmithD
- 29Bryan Josías Ramírez LeónD
- 99A. JabbariF
Charlotte
4-3-3Starting XI
- 1K. KahlinaG
- 3T. ReamD
- 9I. Toklomati GiornoF
- 10A. Saint-MaximinF
- 11L. AbadaF
- 14N. ByrneD
- 16Pep BielM
- 17L. de la TorreM
- 22H. KesslerD
- 28D. DianiM
- 35Will ClearyD
Substitutes
- 4A. PrivettD
- 13B. BronicoM
- 20B. CoulibalyM
- 21T. MillerG
- 25Tyger SmallsF
- 37R. AlokoF
- 39J. NeeleyD
- 44M. AgyemangD
- 71N. RichmondF
FC Cincinnati
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Denkey | F | 90 | 9.0 | 2 | — | 5 | 3 | — | — |
| P. Bucha | M | 90 | 8.2 | 1 | — | 4 | 2 | 1 | — |
| T. Barlow | F | 56 | 7.7 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | — |
| A. Chirila | D | 74 | 7.2 | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0/2 |
| M. Robinson | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | 1/1 |
| K. Mboma Dem | M | 85 | 6.9 | — | — | 4 | — | 3 | 1/1 |
| K. Fletcher | F | 16 | 6.7 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| S. Gidi | M | 85 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| Bryan Josías Ramírez León | D | 34 | 6.6 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 3 | 2/5 |
| A. Jabbari | F | 5 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Hagglund | D | 74 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| E. Echenique | M | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1/4 |
| G. Valenzuela | M | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 2/4 |
| R. Celentano | G | 90 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| T. Hadebe | D | 16 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| K. Smith | D | 5 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| E. Louro | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Stefan Chirila | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Powell | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Charlotte
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I. Toklomati Giorno | F | 78 | 7.9 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| L. Abada | F | 44 | 7.8 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| R. Aloko | F | 46 | 7.0 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| Pep Biel | M | 90 | 6.9 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2/2 |
| K. Kahlina | G | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tyger Smalls | F | 12 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Ream | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Saint-Maximin | F | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1/4 |
| D. Diani | M | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| H. Kessler | D | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Will Cleary | D | 77 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| N. Byrne | D | 90 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| L. de la Torre | M | 70 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Agyemang | D | 13 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Bronico | M | 20 | 5.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Privett | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Neeley | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Coulibaly | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Miller | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Richmond | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |