Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II Stats: Head-to-Head Record

Carolina Core and Inter Miami II meet again in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 22 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:30 UTC at Truist Point. The fixture brings together two Eastern Conference rivals looking to climb the standings in the Central Division, where both have struggled for consistency through the 2026 season.

Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II stats underline a matchup between sides near the bottom of the table. Carolina Core sit on 18 points from 19 matches with a negative goal difference, while Inter Miami II have collected just 5 points from 16 games and carry one of the heaviest defensive records in the league. With home advantage at Truist Point and both clubs desperate for momentum, the stakes are significant for playoff positioning and confidence.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a compact but competitive history between Carolina Core and Inter Miami II in MLS Next Pro.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Carolina Core wins: 2
• Draws: 3
• Inter Miami II wins: 0

Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II Timeline & Historical Context

The Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II timeline is entirely shaped by MLS Next Pro encounters across the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Every match so far has been played in league competition, with the rivalry already marked by tight scorelines, late drama, and multiple penalty shootouts.

The earliest meeting in the record came on 13 March 2025 in the MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 2 at Chase Stadium. Inter Miami II hosted and the match finished 1-1 after normal time, with Carolina Core equalising after the break. The contest went to penalties, where Carolina Core prevailed 4-2 in the shootout, officially registering as a draw in regulation but giving the visitors a psychological edge.

The rivalry intensified through the 2025 Regular Season. On 1 June 2025 in Regular Season - 15, Inter Miami II again hosted at Chase Stadium but Carolina Core claimed a 2-1 away win after leading at half-time. A month later, on 4 July 2025 in Regular Season - 22 at Truist Point, Carolina Core took a 1-1 scoreline into the interval but Inter Miami II turned the game around to win 2-1, their only victory in the series decided inside 90 minutes.

The 2026 Group Stage has produced even tighter margins. On 28 March 2026 at Truist Point, Carolina Core and Inter Miami II drew 1-1 after Carolina Core came back from a half-time deficit. Inter Miami II won the subsequent shootout 2-0. On 20 June 2026 at Chase Stadium, the sides played out a 0-0 draw over 90 minutes, with Carolina Core winning 4-1 on penalties. Across these matches, regulation time has been extremely balanced, with three draws and narrow one-goal decisions shaping the rivalry.

Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II stats point to a series dominated by fine margins, with Carolina Core more efficient in open play and Inter Miami II relying on a single regulation win.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Carolina Core 6 - 5 Inter Miami II
• Average Goals per Match: Carolina Core 1.20 vs Inter Miami II 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Truist Point: 2 matches played here — Carolina Core won 0 (as home side), Inter Miami II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Chase Stadium: 3 matches played here — Inter Miami II won 0 (as home side), Carolina Core won 1 (as away side), 2 draws

Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 20 June 2026: Inter Miami II 0-0 Carolina Core (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage (Carolina Core won 4-1 on penalties)
• 28 March 2026: Carolina Core 1-1 Inter Miami II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage (Inter Miami II won 2-0 on penalties)
• 4 July 2025: Carolina Core 1-2 Inter Miami II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 22
• 1 June 2025: Inter Miami II 1-2 Carolina Core (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 15
• 13 March 2025: Inter Miami II 1-1 Carolina Core (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 2 (Carolina Core won 4-2 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Carolina Core Matches Results and Stats

For Carolina Core, the picture is mixed season to date. They have played 19 league matches in 2026, winning 5 and losing 14 without a single draw in regulation. At Truist Point they have been notably stronger, with 4 wins from 9 home fixtures and a positive goal balance compared to their away record. Carolina Core average 1.3 goals scored per match and concede 1.9, with their attacking output concentrated between the 31st and 60th minutes, while defensively they tend to allow goals in both the closing stages of each half.

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

Last 5 Inter Miami II Matches Results and Stats

Inter Miami II enter this fixture with a far more fragile season to date. Across 16 MLS Next Pro matches, they have recorded just 1 win and 15 defeats, with no draws in regulation. Their defensive record is particularly concerning, conceding 44 goals at an average of 2.8 per game. Away from home, Inter Miami II have 1 win and 9 losses from 10 matches, scoring 1.0 goal per away game but conceding 2.8. They struggle to keep clean sheets and have failed to score in 6 fixtures, underlining their issues at both ends of the pitch.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 15 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II timeline, the head-to-head record leans slightly towards Carolina Core. In five matches, they have outscored Inter Miami II 6-5, taken two wins in regulation or away conditions, and proven more effective in penalty shootouts. Inter Miami II’s only win inside 90 minutes came at Truist Point, offering them some encouragement ahead of this return to North Carolina. However, season-to-date form tilts the balance towards the hosts: Carolina Core are stronger at home and more competitive overall, while Inter Miami II carry a heavy defensive record and a solitary league victory. Historically close games and multiple draws in regulation suggest another tight contest, but the statistical trends point to Carolina Core holding a slight edge, especially with home advantage at Truist Point.

Carolina Core vs Inter Miami II H2H Statistics updated on 17 July 2026.