D.C. United vs Charlotte FC Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Oct 2025

MLS Betting Preview: D.C. United vs Charlotte FC

D.C. United host Charlotte FC in this MLS encounter at Audi Field, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Saturday 4 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Expect Goals as United Take on Charlotte

The Total Goals market can provide the best betting angle considering that odds of -149 are available when it comes to Over 2.5. We expect this total to be covered when United line up against Charlotte.

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Charlotte Won 2-1 in Teams’ Last Encounter

D.C. United were beaten 6-0 at Audi Field in their last MLS game. This loss at home to Philadelphia Union was their second straight league defeat. Rene Weiler's team had most of the ball boasting 54% possession and four shots on target.

Charlotte FC have lost in back-to-back MLS outings. In a recent home game at Bank of America Stadium, they were turned over 4-1 by CF Montréal. The North Carolina outfit recorded just 39% possession and had one shot on goal, while Wilfried Zaha was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Charlotte have avoided defeat against United in the past five meetings. In their last encounter, Charlotte enjoyed a 2-1 scoreline on home soil at Bank of America Stadium. The past 8 meetings between these sides have resulted in four Charlotte victories and two United wins. There have also been two draws.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Charlotte FC	32	17	2	13	52	46	6	52:46	53
29	D.C. United	32	5	10	17	29	64	-35	29:64	25

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1 win, 6 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 7.3 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal. United have had 41.6% possession and 2.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 2.3 goals from 9.5 attempts and 5.5 shots on goal, while earning 6.5 corners.

The three top scorers are Christian Benteke, Jackson Hopkins and Gabriel Pirani, with these players all scoring 3 goals. Christian Benteke has made the most assists with 2.

Charlotte have 8 victories and 2 defeats, with an average of 1.6 goals from 5.8 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal. Dean Smith's men average 46.6% possession, 3.2 corners in their favour and 5.2 corners against, while conceding 1.0 goals from 10.5 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal.

Idan Toklomati is top of the team’s scoring charts with 7, while Wilfried Zaha and Pep Biel both have 3. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Kerwin Vargas, Brandt Bronico and Ashley Westwood who have all made 2.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

D.C. United predicted lineup (4-3-3): Jordan Farr (GK), Conner Antley, Lukas MacNaughton, Kye Rowles, Aaron Herrera, Jackson Hopkins, Matti Peltola, Boris Enow Takang, Gabriel Pirani, Christian Benteke, Peglow.

Charlotte FC predicted lineup (4-3-3): Kristijan Kahlina (GK), Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, Andrew Privett, Tim Ream, Nathan Byrne, Eryk Williamson, Nikola Petkovic, Djibril Diani, Kerwin Vargas, Idan Toklomati, Wilfried Zaha.

D.C. United vs Charlotte FC Prediction & Betting Tips

Be ready for D.C. United vs Charlotte FC with our in-depth betting tips, featuring a key match prediction, our expected scoreline, best corners advice, player props to watch and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

There could be a few goals scored during this MLS match. That leads us to back the Over 2.5 Goals selection with a fair degree of confidence, with the betting odds of -149 looking like excellent value.

When it comes to making our expert football predictions, it’s important to study team news and observe the latest form. There are lots of MLS stats that can also help to shape our picks.

Key D.C. United vs Charlotte FC league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 United games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 United games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 United games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Charlotte games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Charlotte games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 8 games between these teams.

Over 2.5 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 59.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

United 2 - 1 Charlotte

United are available to back at +800 to secure a 2-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Gabriel Pirani to Score +240

Gabriel Pirani (United) has managed two goals in his past five MLS matches. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +240.

Latest Gabriel Pirani Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+240

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-135

Under 0.5

-116

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Corners Prediction

Charlotte Under 4.5 Corners -143

Charlotte have had under 4.5 corners in nine consecutive games. We’re anticipating Charlotte to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners wager available at -143.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

United

Total

9.40 2.90 6.50

Home

8.60 3.90 4.70

Away

9.40 3.10 6.30

Charlotte

Total

8.40 3.20 5.20

Home

9.10 4.10 5.00

Away

7.40 2.90 4.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-108

Under 9.5

-132

United Corners

Over 4.5

-138

Under 4.5

-100

Charlotte Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-150

Most Corners

1

-119

X

+575

2

+130

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D.C. United vs Charlotte FC Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Contest Likely According to the Bookies

Charlotte FC are +140 with the bookies to get the better of D.C. United, with the latter having betting odds of +165. If you want to back the draw to be landed in this MLS encounter, this can be wagered at +270.

If you fancy Charlotte to win, then the +110 for them on the Asian Handicap -0.25 is a potential wager. You get a full payout if they beat United and half your stake back if it ends in a draw.

If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. BTTS Yes is on offer at -179 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+270

2

+140

Half-Time Result

1

+215

X

+135

2

+190

Double Chance

1X

-185

12

-370

X2

-217

Draw No Bet

1

-105

2

-128

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-137

2 Hcp -0.25

+110

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+117

Over 2.5

-149

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-179

No

+128

Christian Benteke Heads First Goalscorer Market

You will find Christian Benteke at +380 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite. There’s the chance to get +120 that he finds the net at anytime.

Christian Benteke (United)

First

+120

Anytime

+380

Idan Giorno (Duplicate with 1030254898 Idan Toklomati) (Charlotte)

First

+180

Anytime

+460

Wilfried Zaha (Charlotte)

First

+190

Anytime

+550

Pep Biel (Charlotte)

First

+200

Anytime

+550

Gabriel Pirani (United)

First

+240

Anytime

+700

Hosei Kijima (United)

First

+320

Anytime

+900

Kerwin Vargas (Charlotte)

First

+350

Anytime

+900

Caden Clark (United)

First

+350

Anytime

+1000

Djibril Diani (Charlotte)

First

+525

Anytime

+1400

Lukas MacNaughton (United)

First

+550

Anytime

+1600

Harry Toffolo (Charlotte)

First

+600

Anytime

+1700

Conner Antley (United)

First

+650

Anytime

+2000

Idan Giorno (Duplicate with 1030254898 Idan Toklomati) (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

+123

Wilfried Zaha (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

+112

Gabriel Pirani (United)

Over 0.5

-135

Under 0.5

-116

Christian Benteke (United)

Over 1.5

+105

Under 1.5

-167

Hosei Kijima (United)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-172

Kerwin Vargas (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-189

Caden Clark (United)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-189

Djibril Diani (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-455

Lukas MacNaughton (United)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-526

Harry Toffolo (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+245

Under 0.5

-588

Conner Antley (United)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-667

United Searching For Improved Results at Home

United haven’t won any of their past ten games at Audi Field. Rene Weiler's team have collected five draws and five defeats in the past 10 home games, scoring an average of 0.60 goals per match and conceding 2.30.

Charlotte have collected six defeats and four victories in the last 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.90.

The last Audi Field meeting saw United beat Charlotte in a penalty shootout (3-3 AET). The past 3 H2H games at Audi Field have seen two United victories and just one triumph for Charlotte.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
D.C. United Home Stats		0-5-5	2.90	0.60	2.30	3	7	5	5
Charlotte FC Away Stats		4-0-6	3.40	1.50	1.90	7	3	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

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D.C. United vs Charlotte FC Lineups & Team News

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