The action continues in MLS as Charlotte FC and Real Salt Lake clash at the Bank of America Stadium on Saturday. This will be their first meeting since April 2023, when Real Salt Lake claimed a 3-1 win at home.
Dean Smith’s side are in seventh place in the Eastern Conference with 41 points from 26 matches.
Real Salt Lake, meanwhile, sit 10th in the Western Conference with 31 points from 25 games, just one point outside the playoff spots.
Let’s take a look at the match preview and betting prediction.
Betting Preview for Charlotte FC vs Real Salt Lake
- Venue: Bank of America Stadium
- Date: Saturday, 16th August 2025
- Time: 00:30
- Teams to play: Charlotte FC vs Salt Lake
- Odds are provided by 1XBet
Betting on Charlotte FC
- 1XBet Spread: -0.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 2.05
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
Charlotte are on fire right now, winning five straight MLS matches. Zaha has been crucial in attack, scoring in back-to-back league games, while the defense has tightened up, conceding just four goals in that span. At home, they have been especially strong, picking up 13 points from the last 15 available.
If Smith’s men continue this momentum, they could easily extend their winning run and solidify their playoff push.
Betting on Real Salt Lake
- 1XBet Spread: +0.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 3.40
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
Real Salt Lake enter this game under pressure after falling to New York Red Bulls. Their away form has been shaky all season, with consistency being a major issue. Still, players like Cristian Arango and Diego Luna can provide attacking spark, and RSL have scored in four of their last five away matches.
The problem has been their defense, which has leaked goals at crucial moments. Against an in-form Charlotte attack, that could be costly.
MatchPlug Prediction: Charlotte FC vs Real Salt Lake
Charlotte have been ruthless at home and come into this fixture full of confidence. Real Salt Lake’s poor away record and defensive lapses give the edge to the hosts. Expect Charlotte to control proceedings and extend their winning streak.
Final Prediction: Charlotte FC
