Charlotte FC and FC Cincinnati Draw 2-2 in Thrilling Match
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Bank of America Stadium
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Who won FC Cincinnati vs Charlotte FC?
Charlotte FC and FC Cincinnati drew 2-2 at Bank of America Stadium on May 9, 2026.
In an exciting encounter at Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte FC and FC Cincinnati played to a 2-2 draw. This match showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Charlotte FC leading the all-time series against Cincinnati at 3-1-1 prior to this fixture.
Charlotte FC entered the match struggling with form, having lost their last five games, including a recent 1-0 defeat to New England Revolution on May 2. Their overall home record stands at 4 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses this season, with an average of 1.7 goals scored and 1.8 goals allowed per game. In their last ten matches, they have a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 1 loss, but their recent performance has seen them on a three-game losing streak.
On the other hand, FC Cincinnati came into the match with a more favorable outlook, having won their last two games, including a 3-2 victory over Chicago Fire FC on May 3. Their season record shows 4 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 2.0 goals scored and 2.5 goals allowed per game. Cincinnati's recent form has been solid, with a record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses in their last ten matches.
The match was tightly contested, with both teams showing their attacking prowess. Charlotte FC's recent struggles were evident, but they managed to find the back of the net twice against a Cincinnati defense that has allowed an average of 2.5 goals per game.
In terms of home and away performance, Charlotte FC has struggled at home recently, with a home record of 3 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches, while Cincinnati has been more resilient on the road, winning 2 of their last 5 away games.
The odds for the match, provided by DraftKings, reflected a competitive matchup, with Charlotte FC listed at +110 and FC Cincinnati at +195. The spread was set at -0.5 for Charlotte, with a total of 3.5 goals for the match.
Both teams faced injury concerns leading up to the match, but the specifics of those injuries were not detailed in the available information.
As the match progressed, viewers were treated to an engaging display of soccer, with both teams demonstrating their capabilities. The draw leaves both teams looking to improve as they move forward in the season, with Charlotte FC hoping to break their losing streak and FC Cincinnati looking to build on their recent successes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CLT +110 | 3.5 o +115 / u -150 | FC Cincinnati +195 · Charlotte FC +110 |
Leaders
- Total ShotsPep Biel4Charlotte FC
- Accurate PassesTim Ream60Charlotte FC
- SavesKristijan Kahlina3Charlotte FC
- Total ShotsEvander5FC Cincinnati
- Accurate PassesAndrei Chirila75FC Cincinnati
- SavesRoman Celentano2FC Cincinnati
Recent form
Charlotte FC
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L31.7 scored · 1.8 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W2-1vs New York City FCApr 18
- L4-1vs Orlando City SCApr 22
- L4-2vs Nashville SCApr 25
- L2-0vs Atlanta United FCApr 28
- L1-0vs New England RevolutionMay 2
FC Cincinnati
Last 10: 3-4-3Streak W22 scored · 2.5 allowed per game1-3 away
- D1-1vs Toronto FCApr 11
- D3-3vs Chicago Fire FCApr 18
- D4-4vs New York City FCApr 22
- W2-0vs Red Bull New YorkApr 25
- W3-2vs Chicago Fire FCMay 2
Standings
| Team | Games played | Lost | Point differential | Points | Tied | Won | Rank | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville SC | 22 | 2 | +30 | 52 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 16-4-2 |
| Inter Miami CF | 22 | 4 | +15 | 42 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 12-6-4 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 21 | 6 | +11 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 11-4-6 |
| New England Revolution | 22 | 7 | +9 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 4 | 11-4-7 |
| Charlotte FC | 22 | 7 | +8 | 35 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 10-5-7 |
| FC Cincinnati | 22 | 7 | -2 | 31 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8-7-7 |
| New York City FC | 22 | 8 | +5 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7-7-8 |
| Red Bull New York | 22 | 10 | -14 | 26 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7-5-10 |
| Orlando City SC | 22 | 11 | -17 | 25 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 7-4-11 |
| Toronto FC | 22 | 7 | -6 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 5-10-7 |
| D.C. United | 22 | 7 | -8 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 5-10-7 |
| Philadelphia Union | 22 | 10 | -5 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 6-6-10 |
| Atlanta United FC | 22 | 13 | -13 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 6-3-13 |
| CF Montréal | 22 | 11 | -16 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 14 | 5-6-11 |
| Columbus Crew | 22 | 12 | -8 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 5-5-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Charlotte FC | FC Cincinnati |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls committed | 9 | 15 |
| Yellow cards | 1 | 4 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Won corners | 7 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Possession pct | 47 | 53 |
| Total shots | 12 | 13 |
| Shots on target | 3 | 5 |
| Shot pct | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Penalty kick goals | 0 | 0 |
| Penalty kick shots | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate passes | 453 | 529 |
| Total passes | 503 | 581 |
| Pass pct | 0.9 | 0.9 |
| Accurate crosses | 6 | 4 |
| Total crosses | 26 | 14 |
| Cross pct | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Total long balls | 37 | 37 |
| Accurate long balls | 17 | 20 |
| Longball pct | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Blocked shots | 4 | 4 |
| Effective tackles | 9 | 7 |
| Total tackles | 13 | 10 |
| Tackle pct | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Interceptions thrown | 5 | 6 |
| Effective clearance | 20 | 26 |
| Total clearance | 20 | 26 |
Venue
- Bank of America StadiumCharlotte, North Carolina
- Attendance26252
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