FC Cincinnati — Charlotte FC: Win probabilities, 12.09.2026
Win probabilities
Outcome probabilities after removing the bookmaker margin
Markets
All calculated markets
| Market | Selection | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Double chance | 1X | 68.5% |
| 12 | 78.6% | |
| X2 | 53.0% | |
| Both teams to score | Yes/No | 71.6% / 28.4% |
| Totals 0.5 | Over/Under | 97.5% / 2.5% |
| Totals 1.5 | Over/Under | 89.3% / 10.7% |
| Totals 2.5 | Over/Under | 72.7% / 27.3% |
| Totals 3.5 | Over/Under | 52.2% / 47.8% |
| Totals 4.5 | Over/Under | 32.7% / 67.3% |
| Totals 5.5 | Over/Under | 18.1% / 81.9% |
Score probability heatmap
Home goals run vertically; away goals run horizontally
Match preview
FC Cincinnati have a slight edge over Charlotte FC in what projects to be a competitive MLS matchup. The assessment points to a moderate level of confidence rather than a decisive gap between the sides, so the home advantage should be viewed as a narrow factor rather than a prediction of a straightforward result. Charlotte FC remain capable of keeping the contest balanced, particularly in a game where neither team is expected to be clearly separated.
The broader scoring outlook is positive, with a high-scoring match considered more likely than a tight, low-event encounter. Both FC Cincinnati and Charlotte FC are likely to score, which could make the game open and changeable across the ninety minutes. That combination supports a close contest with opportunities at both ends, while leaving the draw as a realistic alternative to a home victory. The main analytical signal is therefore both teams to score, alongside a slight preference for FC Cincinnati.
What matters before kick-off
FC Cincinnati heavy defeat ahead of the match
In their previous MLS fixture, FC Cincinnati suffered a 5-0 away defeat against Philadelphia Union.
Ashley Westwood unavailable due to suspension
Charlotte FC captain Ashley Westwood is suspended and missed their midweek fixture as part of a multi-match ban.
FC Cincinnati high home scoring average
FC Cincinnati scored 31 goals in their first 11 home matches of the 2026 MLS regular season, averaging 2.82 goals per game at TQL Stadium.
AI collected this context from public sources; it does not change the mathematical probabilities.
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Prediction questions
We remove the bookmaker margin from market odds, estimate each team’s expected goals and build one matrix of possible scores. Outcomes, totals, both teams to score and likely scores all come from that matrix.
Fair odds are one divided by the probability of the main signal. They are a mathematical reference without bookmaker margin, not an offer from a particular bookmaker.
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