Predictions for the Major League Soccer game Charlotte FC vs. Orlando City
Charlotte FC - Orlando City betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Charlotte FC host Orlando City at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 in Major League Soccer Matchday 33. Charlotte are 11th on 47 points, five ahead of 16th-placed Orlando, and will look to build on a convincing 4–0 win over CF Montréal. Referee Victor Rivas is appointed for the match.
Our Charlotte FC vs Orlando City betting tips
The standings and home-and-away records point towards Charlotte as the stronger side, although Orlando’s recent unbeaten run and attacking output make this an intriguing matchup. Here are our two betting tips for the game:
- 1X2 — Charlotte FC to win: Charlotte have been more reliable at home, with eight wins and four draws from 15 home matches. Orlando, by contrast, have won only three of 15 away games and have conceded 72 goals overall. The hosts’ emphatic latest result also gives them a timely boost. Our main sports betting tip is Home win Charlotte FC at 1.92.
- Both teams to score — Yes: Orlando have scored 60 goals in 31 league matches, showing they can threaten even when their defensive record is poor. Charlotte have also been productive, with 55 goals, and their recent 4–0 victory underlines their potential in attack. With both teams offering reasons to expect chances, Yes at 1.30 is our second betting tip. It is a shorter price, so consider how it fits your overall football bets today.
These are our predictions, not guarantees: match outcomes are uncertain, so bet responsibly and only stake what you can afford to lose.
Best odds and where to compare them
The listed prices make Charlotte the market favourite: the best home-win odds are **1.92 at 1win. The draw is available at **4.60 with Mozzart, while an Orlando away win is priced at **3.48 at 1win. For both teams to score, the quoted prices are **1.30 for Yes at Bet365 and **3.42 for No at 1win. Odds can change, so check the latest market before placing a wager. Our experience comparing bookmakers is that it is worth checking more than one operator: prices and available markets can differ. You can explore our betting sites guide to compare options and find a suitable operator.
Charlotte FC performance check
Charlotte come into this fixture after a commanding 4–0 home win against CF Montréal, a result that should strengthen confidence ahead of another match at Bank of America Stadium. Across their last five games in all competitions, Dean Smith’s side have recorded two wins, one draw and two defeats. That mixed sequence suggests they have not been consistently dominant, but the latest performance offers a positive sign of their attacking potential.
Their league record stands at 13 wins, eight draws and 10 losses, with 55 goals scored and 48 conceded. At 47 points, Charlotte sit 11th in the table and have a five-point advantage over Orlando. Their home form is an important part of the case for backing them: eight wins and four draws from 15 matches, with only three defeats. The combination of a solid overall goal difference and a stronger home record gives Charlotte a credible platform to control the game, particularly if they can carry the energy of the Montréal result into the opening stages.
Orlando City’s current form and challenges
Orlando City arrive in Charlotte after a 2–2 away draw with Chicago Fire. Martín Perelman’s team have gone five matches without a defeat in all competitions, collecting two wins and three draws. That run deserves respect, and their 60 league goals show they have the capacity to score. However, the defensive numbers are a concern: Orlando have conceded 72 times, leaving them with a goal difference of minus 12.
They are 16th with 42 points, having won 12, drawn six and lost 13 of their 31 league matches. Away from home, the record is particularly difficult: three wins, three draws and nine defeats in 15 games. Orlando’s recent resilience may help them stay competitive, but they will need to manage Charlotte’s attacking threat more effectively than their season-long defensive figures suggest. Their scoring record offers a route into the match, while their away results remain a significant obstacle.
The last direct duels
The previous meeting between these sides ended 4–1 to Orlando City at home, both in the overall head-to-head record and in Major League Soccer. That result gives Orlando a recent success to draw on, but the broader record across the last five meetings is less one-sided: Charlotte have one win, there has been one draw, and Orlando have won three.
The latest head-to-head is a reminder that Orlando can punish Charlotte if given space, while the five-match sample suggests the visitors have generally had the edge in this matchup. Still, past meetings do not erase the contrast in current home and away records. Charlotte will have the advantage of their own stadium and a recent four-goal performance; Orlando must show that their previous win can translate into a strong away display.
Match outlook and final prediction
Charlotte are the more convincing pick on the available season data. Their 47 points place them above Orlando, and their home record compares favourably with the visitors’ poor away return. The 4–0 win over Montréal also gives the hosts momentum, although Orlando’s five-match unbeaten sequence and 60 goals scored mean they should not be dismissed as an attacking threat.
Our primary prediction is a Charlotte FC home win, with the listed 1.92 offering a clear expression of that preference. The supporting angle is both teams to score: Orlando have enough attacking output to find chances, but their defensive record leaves room for Charlotte to respond. A home victory in a match where both sides score is a plausible outcome, though the final result will depend on whether Charlotte can impose their stronger home form and avoid the defensive lapses Orlando may exploit.
Looking ahead to more football betting tips
If this fixture is only one of several matches you are following, our betting tips for tomorrow can help you explore more upcoming games and markets. Compare the reasoning behind each prediction, check the latest odds, and remember that no tip is certain. Keep your stakes responsible and make decisions based on your own assessment.
Performance
Charlotte FC performance of the last 4 home matches
Orlando City performance of the last 6 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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Nashville SC
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71 | 32 | 21 | 8 | 3 | 66 | 23 | 43 |
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2
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New England Revolution
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58 | 32 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 54 | 44 | 10 |
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3
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Inter Miami CF
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56 | 32 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 75 | 55 | 20 |
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4
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Chicago Fire
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52 | 32 | 15 | 7 | 10 | 57 | 48 | 9 |
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5
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Charlotte FC
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50 | 32 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 59 | 48 | 11 |
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6
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Philadelphia Union
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47 | 32 | 13 | 8 | 11 | 62 | 50 | 12 |
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7
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FC Cincinnati
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43 | 32 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 66 | 73 | -7 |
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8
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Orlando City
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43 | 32 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 62 | 74 | -12 |
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9
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Columbus Crew
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41 | 32 | 12 | 5 | 15 | 52 | 49 | 3 |
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10
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Toronto FC
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39 | 32 | 9 | 12 | 11 | 50 | 60 | -10 |
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11
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New York RB
|
39 | 32 | 11 | 6 | 15 | 43 | 59 | -16 |
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12
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New York City FC
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38 | 32 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 47 | 44 | 3 |
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13
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D.C. United
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33 | 32 | 7 | 12 | 13 | 39 | 57 | -18 |
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14
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Atlanta United FC
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30 | 32 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 40 | 56 | -16 |
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15
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CF Montréal
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25 | 32 | 6 | 7 | 19 | 36 | 66 | -30 |
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16
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Vancouver Whitecaps
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58 | 32 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 67 | 33 | 34 |
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17
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FC Dallas
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54 | 32 | 15 | 9 | 8 | 58 | 49 | 9 |
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18
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St. Louis City SC
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51 | 32 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 58 | 47 | 11 |
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19
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Houston Dynamo
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51 | 32 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 42 | 39 | 3 |
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20
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San Jose Earthquakes
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49 | 32 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 54 | 47 | 7 |
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21
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Los Angeles FC
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47 | 32 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 50 | 35 | 15 |
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22
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Colorado Rapids
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43 | 32 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 44 | 43 | 1 |
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23
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Seattle Sounders FC
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43 | 32 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 41 | 40 | 1 |
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24
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Real Salt Lake
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42 | 32 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 50 | 49 | 1 |
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25
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Los Angeles Galaxy
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41 | 32 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 45 | 54 | -9 |
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26
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Portland Timbers
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40 | 32 | 11 | 7 | 14 | 57 | 60 | -3 |
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27
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Minnesota United FC
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38 | 32 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 50 | 56 | -6 |
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28
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San Diego FC
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35 | 32 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 56 | 62 | -6 |
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29
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Austin FC
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34 | 32 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 41 | 59 | -18 |
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30
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Sporting Kansas City
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22 | 32 | 6 | 4 | 22 | 38 | 80 | -42 |
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