Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Charlotte defeated Inter Miami 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by I. Toklomati 34′, I. Toklomati 47′, I. Toklomati 84′ (pen.). 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Charlotte had 41% possession while Inter Miami held 59%. Charlotte had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Inter Miami. Expected goals: Charlotte 2.59 — Inter Miami 1.95. Charlotte made 3 substitutions, Inter Miami made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Lionel Messi 30′).
Match Events
Key match events between Charlotte and Inter Miami — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Charlotte had 41% possession against Inter Miami's 59%. Charlotte registered 10 shots (4 on target) while Inter Miami managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 10–18.
Lineups
Charlotte lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Dean Smith, while Inter Miami deployed a 4-4-2 under Javier Alejandro Mascherano.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Charlotte is 6.97, compared to 7.09 for Inter Miami. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Charlotte's highest-rated starter is A. Westwood (7.61), while Inter Miami's best-rated player is L. Messi (8.67).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Charlotte have contributed 11 goals and 8 assists this season, led by I. Toklomati (5G). Inter Miami's starters account for 20 goals and 18 assists, spearheaded by L. Messi (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Charlotte deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Inter Miami's 4-man backline averaging 6.55. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Charlotte field 3 midfielders averaging 7.04, versus Inter Miami's 4 rated 7.14. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Charlotte start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 2 for Inter Miami averaging 7.53. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 86% for Charlotte and 85% for Inter Miami. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Charlotte's starters have collected 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 25 for Inter Miami. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Charlotte's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: I. Toklomati (21), oldest: T. Ream (38)), while Inter Miami average 27.4 (youngest: T. Segovia (22), oldest: L. Messi (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Charlotte's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 12 for Inter Miami. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Dean Smith
Substitutes
Coach: Javier Alejandro Mascherano
Rivalry since 2022
Charlotte vs Inter Miami Head to Head Results· 9
Charlotte and Inter Miami have met 9 times — Charlotte won 2, Inter Miami won 4, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Inter Miami leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 21 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (8 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (44%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Inter Miami are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Charlotte have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Inter Miami show 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026