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Scoring Trends

Carolina Core

Chicago Fire II

Goals Scored

1.13

2.13

Goals Conceded

1.25

1.13 Expected Goals (xG) 1.63

75%

Over 1.5

63%

75%

Over 2.5

63%

38%

Over 3.5

13%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Chicago Fire II enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. Recent suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Considering both teams' scoring consistency, goals on both ends seem highly likely. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win28%

Draw15%

Away Win57%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score70%

Over 1.5 Goals77%

Over 2.5 Goals75%

Match Events

No Data

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Previous Encounters

22 Mar 26 NEX

Chicago Fire II ✓

1:0

Carolina Core

14 Jun 25 NEX

Carolina Core

1:2

✓ Chicago Fire II

22 Apr 24 NEX

Chicago Fire II ✓

2:1

Carolina Core

Recent Form (Last 5)

Carolina Core

Home Team

08 May

Huntsville City

3 : 0

Carolina Core

02 May

Carolina Core

1 : 2

Atlanta United 2

25 Apr

Carolina Core

3 : 2

Crown Legacy

19 Apr

Orlando City B

3 : 2

Carolina Core

12 Apr

Philadelphia Union II

4 : 1

Carolina Core

Chicago Fire II

Away Team

05 May

New York City II

2 : 1

Chicago Fire II

26 Apr

Chicago Fire II

2 : 3

Orlando City B

18 Apr

Chicago Fire II

0 : 3

Atlanta United 2

12 Apr

Huntsville City

0 : 1

Chicago Fire II

22 Mar

Chicago Fire II

1 : 0

Carolina Core

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	New York Red Bulls II	8	6	2	20:8	20
2	Columbus Crew 2	9	6	3	16:15	17
3	Philadelphia Union II	8	5	3	11:8	14
4	Toronto FC II	8	3	5	13:13	11
5	New England Revolution II	7	4	3	7:6	11
6	New York City II	7	3	4	6:11	9
7	CT United FC	8	3	5	10:15	8
8	FC Cincinnati 2	7	2	5	9:11	6

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Crown Legacy	9	8	1	27:10	23
2	Atlanta United 2	8	5	3	14:9	16
3	Huntsville City	8	5	3	17:16	15
4	Orlando City B	8	5	3	17:19	13
5	Chattanooga	8	3	5	13:14	10
6	Chicago Fire II	8	4	4	7:11	10
7	Carolina Core	9	1	8	10:19	5
8	Inter Miami II	8	1	7	9:21	4

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Ventura County	10	6	4	16:13	17
2	San Jose Earthquakes II	7	4	3	14:7	13
3	Portland Timbers 2	7	4	3	8:8	13
4	Los Angeles FC 2	9	4	5	15:19	13
5	Real Monarchs	7	4	3	12:12	10
6	Vancouver Whitecaps 2	9	3	6	14:18	9
7	Tacoma Defiance	9	3	6	10:15	8

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Houston Dynamo 2	8	8	0	20:3	23
2	St. Louis City 2	9	8	1	20:8	23
3	Minnesota United 2	8	5	3	9:9	14
4	Austin FC II	7	4	3	10:8	13
5	North Texas	9	4	5	13:14	11
6	Sporting Kansas City II	11	2	9	11:28	7
7	Colorado Rapids 2	8	0	8	9:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Crown Legacy	9	8	1	27:10	23
2	New York Red Bulls II	8	6	2	20:8	20
3	Columbus Crew 2	9	6	3	16:15	17
4	Atlanta United 2	8	5	3	14:9	16
5	Huntsville City	8	5	3	17:16	15
6	Philadelphia Union II	8	5	3	11:8	14
7	Orlando City B	8	5	3	17:19	13
8	Toronto FC II	8	3	5	13:13	11
9	New England Revolution II	7	4	3	7:6	11
10	Chattanooga	8	3	5	13:14	10
11	Chicago Fire II	8	4	4	7:11	10
12	New York City II	7	3	4	6:11	9
13	CT United FC	8	3	5	10:15	8
14	FC Cincinnati 2	7	2	5	9:11	6
15	Carolina Core	9	1	8	10:19	5
16	Inter Miami II	8	1	7	9:21	4

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Houston Dynamo 2	8	8	0	20:3	23
2	St. Louis City 2	9	8	1	20:8	23
3	Ventura County	10	6	4	16:13	17
4	Minnesota United 2	8	5	3	9:9	14
5	San Jose Earthquakes II	7	4	3	14:7	13
6	Austin FC II	7	4	3	10:8	13
7	Portland Timbers 2	7	4	3	8:8	13
8	Los Angeles FC 2	9	4	5	15:19	13
9	North Texas	9	4	5	13:14	11
10	Real Monarchs	7	4	3	12:12	10
11	Vancouver Whitecaps 2	9	3	6	14:18	9
12	Tacoma Defiance	9	3	6	10:15	8
13	Sporting Kansas City II	11	2	9	11:28	7
14	Colorado Rapids 2	8	0	8	9:19	3

Match Preview: Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II

Fans of MLS Next Pro turn their attention to the clash involving Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 22:00 UTC, the match will take place at Truist Point. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Carolina Core will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Chicago Fire II aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Carolina Core will try to assert dominance early, whereas Chicago Fire II might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Carolina Core or Chicago Fire II. Momentum is crucial in MLS Next Pro, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.