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.

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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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
4	Charlotte FC	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
8	D.C. United	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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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.

Confirmed Lineups

D.C. United confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Luis Barraza (GK), Conner Antley, Lucas Bartlett, Kye Rowles, David Schnegg, Gabriel Pirani, Matti Peltola, Jackson Hopkins, Aaron Herrera, Christian Benteke, Peglow.

Charlotte FC confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Kristijan Kahlina (GK), Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, Andrew Privett, Tim Ream, Nathan Byrne, Eryk Williamson, Djibril Diani, Kerwin Vargas, Nikola Petkovic, Wilfried Zaha, Idan Toklomati.

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.

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

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-118

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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

-109

Under 9.5

-130

United Corners

Over 4.5

-139

Under 4.5

-102

Charlotte Corners

Over 4.5

-100

Under 4.5

-143

Most Corners

1

-120

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.

Charlotte FC are +143 with the bookies to get the better of D.C. United, with the latter having betting odds of +163. 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 +112 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

+163

X

+270

2

+143

Half-Time Result

1

+215

X

+138

2

+190

Double Chance

1X

-185

12

-370

X2

-213

Draw No Bet

1

-108

2

-125

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-139

2 Hcp -0.25

+112

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+117

Over 2.5

-147

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-179

No

+128

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

+175

Anytime

+450

Pep Biel (Charlotte)

First

+200

Anytime

+550

Wilfried Zaha (Charlotte)

First

+200

Anytime

+575

Gabriel Pirani (United)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Hosei Kijima (United)

First

+330

Anytime

+850

Kerwin Vargas (Charlotte)

First

+340

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

+1800

Conner Antley (United)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

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

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

+115

Wilfried Zaha (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

-167

Under 0.5

+106

Gabriel Pirani (United)

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-118

Christian Benteke (United)

Over 1.5

+114

Under 1.5

-182

Hosei Kijima (United)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-182

Kerwin Vargas (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+123

Under 0.5

-200

Caden Clark (United)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-200

Djibril Diani (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+215

Under 0.5

-476

Lukas MacNaughton (United)

Over 0.5

+235

Under 0.5

-556

Harry Toffolo (Charlotte)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-588

Conner Antley (United)

Over 0.5

+280

Under 0.5

-714

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

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

Be smart with your bets — check the United vs Charlotte team news beforehand. Expect the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups along with timely injury updates.

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