Charlotte Independence vs Charleston Battery predictions, Mar 31, 2026

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Charlotte Independence

Charleston Battery

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The upcoming US Open Cup clash between Charlotte Independence and Charleston Battery on March 31, 2026, promises to be an intriguing encounter. Charlotte Independence, playing at home, recently secured a victory in one of their last two matches, indicating a mixed form which they will be keen to improve upon in this cup competition.

In contrast, Charleston Battery enters the match in fine form, having won three of their last four outings. Their consistency and tactical prowess make them a formidable opponent, especially as they look to capitalize on any defensive lapses from their hosts. The odds reflect this disparity, with bookmakers favoring Charleston at 1.83 compared to Charlotte’s 3.72, suggesting a stronger likelihood of an away win.

Tactically, Charleston has demonstrated effective ball control and attacking transitions, which could exploit Charlotte’s defensive vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the Independence will need to leverage their home advantage and find ways to disrupt Charleston’s rhythm.

While recent form favors the visitors, match day dynamics can always shift. As such, fans can expect a competitive showdown where either side could emerge victorious, though Charleston is positioned as the likely favorite.

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Charlotte Ind
24.5%
Draw
25.9%
Charleston Battery
49.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 3.85 3.6 1.85
MarathonBet 3.71 3.5 1.83
Pinnacle 3.7 3.57 1.86

Latest Results

19.03.26 Charlotte Independence – Ristozi FC – 4:1
14.03.26 Westchester SC – Charlotte Independence – 1:1
02.11.25 One Knoxville SC – Charlotte Independence – 2:1
25.10.25 FC Naples – Charlotte Independence – 2:0
17.10.25 Charlotte Independence – Chattanooga Red Wolves – 1:2
28.03.26 Detroit City FC – Charleston Battery – 1:0
21.03.26 Charleston Battery – Birmingham Legion – 3:2
18.03.26 Charleston Battery – Florida Badgers – 2:1
07.03.26 Charleston Battery – Pittsburgh Riverhounds – 2:1
02.11.25 Charleston Battery – Rhode Island FC – 0:1 penalties

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Charlotte Ind won 3.
  • Charlotte Ind may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Charleston Battery is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Charlotte Ind won 5 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 22:26. (average 1.2:1.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Charlotte Ind won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 16:11. (average 1.6:1.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.10.21 Charlotte Independence – Charleston Battery – 5:1
    23.07.21 Charleston Battery – Charlotte Independence – 2:0
    23.06.21 Charlotte Independence – Charleston Battery – 3:0
    14.05.21 Charleston Battery – Charlotte Independence – 0:3
    10.10.20 Charlotte Independence – Charleston Battery – 1:2 ET

    Standings

    Draw

    2026

    1/64-finals

    1 Steel City Pittsburgh 1 : 2
    2 Carolina Core Virginia Dream 1 : 2
    3 Asheville City Greenville 3 : 1
    4 Vistula One Knoxville 1 : 3
    5 FC Naples Red Force 3 : 0
    6 Tormenta America CFL Spurs (WO.)
    7 Indy Eleven Menace 3 : 0
    8 BOHFS St. Louis Union Omaha 0 : 8
    9 Charlotte Independ. Ristozi 4 : 1
    10 Charleston Florida Badgers 2 : 1
    11 AV Alta Valley 559 FC 0 : 1
    12 Sacramento Republic El Farolito 2 : 0
    13 Chattanooga Kalonji 2 : 1
    14 Tennessee Tempo Chattanooga Red Wolves 1 : 0
    15 Richmond Kickers Northern Virginia 2 : 0
    16 West Chester Utd Loudoun 1 : 2
    17 Rhode Island Faialense 4 : 0
    18 Motown Hartford Athletic 0 : 2
    19 Vermont Green Portland Hearts of Pine 1 : 0
    20 Westchester SC NY Renegades 2 : 0
    21 Lexington Flower City Union 9 : 0
    22 Louisville City Southern Indiana 2 : 0
    23 Flint City Forward Madison 2 : 0
    24 Detroit Michigan Rangers 5 : 1
    25 Colorado Springs Azteca 3 : 0
    26 Ventura Spokane Velocity 1 : 2
    27 San Antonio New Stars 6 : 0
    28 Little Rock Rangers FC Tulsa 2 : 4
    29 New Mexico Cruizers 3 : 2
    30 Laredo Heat El Paso 0 : 2
    31 Orange County SC Laguna United 3 : 0
    32 Phoenix Rising San Ramon 4 : 0

    1/32-finals

    1 Pittsburgh Virginia Dream
    2 Asheville City One Knoxville
    3 FC Naples America CFL Spurs
    4 Indy Eleven Union Omaha
    5 Charlotte Independ. Charleston
    6 Valley 559 FC Sacramento Republic
    7 Chattanooga Tennessee Tempo
    8 Richmond Kickers Loudoun
    9 Rhode Island Hartford Athletic
    10 Vermont Green Westchester SC
    11 Lexington Louisville City
    12 Flint City Detroit
    13 Colorado Springs Spokane Velocity
    14 San Antonio FC Tulsa
    15 New Mexico El Paso
    16 Orange County SC Phoenix Rising

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