The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as Charlotte FC take on CF Montreal in a crucial encounter at the Bank of America Stadium on Saturday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Charlotte FC vs CF Montreal Preview
CF Montreal are currently in eighth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have not been at their best so far this season. The away side defeated Atlanta United by a 2-1 margin last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Charlotte FC, on the other hand, are in seventh place in the league table at the moment and have been inconsistent over the past year. The hosts edged Chicago Fire to a 4-3 victory in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Charlotte FC vs CF Montreal Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- CF Montreal have an excellent recent record against Charlotte FC and have won four out of the last five matches played between the two teams, with the other game ending in a draw.
- CF Montreal are unbeaten in their five matches against Charlotte FC in all competitions, with the previous meeting between the two teams ending in a 2-1 home victory for CF Montreal.
- Charlotte FC have scored four goals in each of their last two matches at home - they had achieved this feat in only two league games preceding this run.
- CF Montreal found the back of the net twice against Atlanta United this week and have now scored multiple goals in five consecutive games in MLS.
Charlotte FC vs CF Montreal Prediction
CF Montreal have a good squad at their disposal and have a point to prove going into this game. Josef Martinez has been excellent for his side this season and will look to make his mark this weekend.
Charlotte FC have not been at their best over the past year and have a point to prove going into this game. Both teams are evenly matched at the moment and could play out a draw in this fixture.
Prediction: Charlotte FC 2-2 CF Montreal
Charlotte FC vs CF Montreal Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Charlotte FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Josef Martinez to score - Yes