New York City
vs
00:30
Charlotte
Odds comparison
| Market | Pinnacle | Best |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 1.91 | 1.91 |
| Draw | 3.58 | 3.58 |
| Charlotte | 4.00 | 4.00 |
Match preview
**New York City vs Charlotte | MLS | April 19, 2026**
NYCFC head into this one in strong shape, having won three of their last five at home, and their head-to-head dominance over Charlotte — three wins from five meetings — adds another layer of confidence. Charlotte arrive with decent recent momentum, but their away record this season is notably leaky, conceding at nearly two goals per game on the road.
The data suggests goals are likely here. Both sides post BTTS and over 2.5 rates above the league average when combined, and Charlotte's inability to keep clean sheets away from home is a recurring theme. NYCFC's home attack has been consistent, averaging close to two goals per game.
Form points to a NYCFC advantage, and this feels like a match where the home side's experience in this fixture tells. Charlotte's travel form flatters them slightly — this one looks more comfortable for the hosts than the standings gap implies.
Recent form
New York City
Charlotte
Head to head
| 8 Nov 25 | CharlottevsNew York City | 1 – 3 |
| 1 Nov 25 | New York CityvsCharlotte | 0 – 0 |
| 28 Oct 25 | CharlottevsNew York City | 0 – 1 |
| 20 Sept 25 | New York CityvsCharlotte | 2 – 0 |
| 13 Jul 25 | CharlottevsNew York City | 2 – 0 |
New York City: 3W 1D 1L in last 5
Betting context
| Stat | New York City (Home) | Charlotte (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| BTTS rate | 60.7% | 59.5% |
| Over 2.5 rate | 59.7% | 58.1% |
| Clean sheet | 29.6% | 14.9% |
| Avg goals | 3.12 | 2.91 |
Home stats use New York City's home record; away stats use Charlotte's away record this season.