Charlotte vs. Philadelphia MLS Picks: Visitors to Maintain Dominant Form? (Oct 18)

Published Oct 14, 5:25am EDT by

Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Oct 14, 5:25am EDT

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  • Charlotte FC have gone 18-13-2 in the MLS this season
  • Philadelphia Union sit top of the Eastern Conference standings

High-flying Eastern Conference leaders Philadelphia will round off their 2025 season on the road against Charlotte FC.

A victory for the visitors will secure the Supporters' Shield, as they currently sit three points clear of the Vancouver Whitecaps. Philadelphia have gone 19-9-5 in the MLS this term.

Charlotte have already secured their spot in the playoffs, and they will be aiming to secure fourth in the standings on Saturday. You can find the odds and our Charlotte vs. Philadelphia picks here.

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DATE & TIME

Saturday, October 18, 2025 @ 6:00 PM ET
Charlotte FC
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
Philadelphia Union
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Charlotte FC +142
The Draw +275
Philadelphia Union +163

Philadelphia Aiming to Capture Supporters' Shield

It has been a season to remember for the Philadelphia Union, and they will go into the playoffs as one of the leading contenders to win the MLS Cup.

The Union have gone 20-7-6 in the MLS this season, and they currently sit three points clear of the Vancouver Whitecaps in the race for the Supporters' Shield.

Philadelphia have recorded wins in their last three matches, scoring eight goals and keeping three straight clean sheets.

Possible Lineup
(4-4-2) Blake (GK); Harriel, Glesnes, Makhanya, Wagner; Vassilev, Jacques, Lukic, Iloski; Damiani, Uhre

Charlotte Chasing Successive Wins

Charlotte FC will already be preparing for the start of the MLS Playoffs. However, they will be aiming to end the campaign with an important victory that will secure fourth in the Eastern Conference standings.

They come into this round of matches following an excellent win in their latest outing, as Wilfried Zaha netted the winner in a 1-0 success against D.C. United.

Possible Lineup
(4-2-3-1) Kahlina (GK); Marshall-Rutty, Privett, Ream, Byrne; Diani, Westwood; Vargas, Petkovic, Zaha; Gorno
Charlotte vs. Philadelphia Head-to-Head Record
TOTAL Charlotte Philadelphia DRAWS
MLS Games 8 2 4 2
Goals 17 9 8

Charlotte vs. Philadelphia Picks

Charlotte's form has dipped slightly since securing their spot in the post-season. Meanwhile, Philadelphia's performance levels have remained incredibly high.

Their excellent defensive record could be enough to get them over the line and secure the Supporters' Shield on Saturday.

Pick
Philadelphia Union (+163)
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