Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Stats: Head-to-Head Record Analysis

Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II meet again in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 25 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 23:30 UTC at Truist Point. The fixture keeps the focus on the Central Division and Eastern Conference picture, where every point can shift mid-table dynamics in a tightly contested season.

Ahead of this clash, Carolina Core sit on 18 points from 19 matches, ranked 7th in the Central Division and 14th in the Eastern Conference, with a negative goal difference that underlines their inconsistency. Chicago Fire II arrive with 27 points from 18 matches, 5th in the Central Division and 10th in the Eastern Conference, suggesting a stronger overall campaign. With this context, Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II stats take on added significance as both sides look to leverage their head-to-head history at Truist Point.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive and balanced series between Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II in MLS Next Pro.

• Previous meetings: 4
• Carolina Core wins: 1
• Draws: 2
• Chicago Fire II wins: 1

Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Timeline & Historical Context

The Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their earliest recorded meeting on 22 April 2024 in the Regular Season - 8 round. Played at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, Chicago Fire II made home advantage count with a 2-1 victory. They led 2-0 by half-time and ultimately held off a Carolina Core fightback to take all three points in regulation time.

Their rivalry intensified in 2025 during Regular Season - 18 on 14 June 2025 at Truist Point. That contest finished 1-1 after 90 minutes, with Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II level at 1-1 by half-time and full-time. The match was decided by penalties, where Chicago Fire II prevailed 5-4 in the shootout. Historically, for head-to-head purposes this fixture is treated as a draw in regulation, but it underlines Chicago Fire II’s ability to handle high-pressure scenarios.

The 2026 MLS Next Pro season has already produced two more meetings between the sides in the Group Stage. On 22 March 2026 at SeatGeek Stadium, Chicago Fire II and Carolina Core finished 0-0 after 90 minutes, before Chicago Fire II edged the penalty shootout 5-4. Then, on 16 May 2026 at Truist Point, Carolina Core responded strongly, overturning a 0-1 half-time deficit to win 2-1 in regular time. Taken together, the Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II timeline shows tightly contested matches, frequent draws in regulation, and a notable pattern of penalty shootouts in this matchup.

Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline how evenly matched these sides have been, with both teams sharing wins and goals across home and away venues.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Carolina Core 4 - 4 Chicago Fire II
• Average Goals per Match: Carolina Core 1.00 vs Chicago Fire II 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Truist Point: 2 matches played here — Carolina Core won 1 (as home side), Chicago Fire II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At SeatGeek Stadium: 2 matches played here — Chicago Fire II won 1 (as home side), Carolina Core won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 16 May 2026: Carolina Core 2-1 Chicago Fire II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
• 22 March 2026: Chicago Fire II 0-0 Carolina Core (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage (Chicago Fire II won 5-4 on penalties)
• 14 June 2025: Carolina Core 1-1 Chicago Fire II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18 (Chicago Fire II won 5-4 on penalties)
• 22 April 2024: Chicago Fire II 2-1 Carolina Core (Half-time: 2-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 8

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Carolina Core Matches Results and Stats

For Carolina Core, the 2026 campaign paints a picture of a team struggling for consistency. Season to date, they have played 19 matches, winning 5 and losing 14 with no draws. At home, they have been more competitive, with 4 wins from 9 fixtures, scoring 14 and conceding 14, while their away record is significantly weaker. Overall, they average 1.3 goals scored and 1.9 goals conceded per match, with 3 clean sheets and only 3 games where they have failed to score, highlighting a side that can create chances but is often exposed defensively.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 5, Draw 0, Lose 14 (season to date)

Last 5 Chicago Fire II Matches Results and Stats

Chicago Fire II approach this fixture with a stronger season profile. Across 18 matches, they have 9 wins and 9 losses, again with no draws in regulation time. Their home form is impressive, with 6 wins from 8 and a goals record of 18 scored and 10 conceded, while away they have 3 wins and 7 defeats from 10 matches. Offensively, they average 1.8 goals per game and concede 1.7, reflecting a more potent attack than Carolina Core but with vulnerabilities at the back. With 4 clean sheets and only 2 matches without scoring, Chicago Fire II generally find a way onto the scoresheet.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 9 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Historically, the Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II stats point to a finely balanced matchup: four meetings, one win each, and two draws in regulation, with an identical 4-4 aggregate score. Venue patterns suggest a mild edge for the home side at Truist Point, where Carolina Core have one win and one draw, while Chicago Fire II have mirrored that advantage at SeatGeek Stadium. Season to date, Chicago Fire II hold the stronger league position, better points tally, and a more productive attack, but Carolina Core’s improved home performances and their 2-1 victory on 16 May 2026 at Truist Point indicate that this fixture is unlikely to be one-sided. Overall, the trends lean slightly towards Chicago Fire II on broader form, yet the head-to-head history and venue split suggest another tight contest is likely.

Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II H2H Statistics updated on 20 July 2026.