Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Charleston Battery welcome FC Tulsa to the Patriots Point Soccer Complex on 13 June 2026 in a USL Championship Group Stage clash that already feels like a playoff dress rehearsal. Both sides sit in the promotion playoff places, separated only by goal difference and rank, and this meeting could prove pivotal in shaping the upper half of the USL 1 group.

Charleston arrive with 16 points from 10 matches, built on a formidable home record and a positive goal difference of +1. FC Tulsa also have 16 points from 10, but a slightly stronger goal difference of +4 and a more consistent league form line, underlining why this fixture will attract plenty of attention from fans and bettors looking for Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa predictions and betting tips in the USL Championship market.

With Charleston’s strong home scoring numbers set against Tulsa’s balanced attack and defence, this matchup offers an intriguing blend of styles. Historical head-to-head meetings have often produced tight, competitive games, and with both sides currently in the “Promotion - USL Championship (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” zone, there is more than just pride at stake.

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Key Stats

• Charleston Battery sit 5th in USL 1 with 16 points from 10 matches (5 wins, 1 draw, 4 losses), scoring 14 and conceding 13.
• In their last five USL Championship meetings, Charleston have won four times against FC Tulsa/Tulsa Roughnecks, including a 4-1 away victory on 20 April 2024.
• Charleston average 2.4 goals scored per home game this season, while FC Tulsa concede only 0.9 goals per match overall, highlighting a classic attack vs defence narrative.

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 5 vs 3
• Points: 16 vs 16
• Goals For: 14 vs 13
• Goals Against: 13 vs 9
• Clean Sheets: Charleston Battery 3; FC Tulsa 3

The standings underline just how finely poised this contest is. Both Charleston Battery and FC Tulsa have 16 points from 10 games, but Tulsa’s superior goal difference (+4 to Charleston’s +1) has them slightly higher in 3rd compared to Charleston’s 5th. Charleston’s record of 5 wins, 1 draw and 4 defeats reflects a high-variance side: excellent at home, vulnerable away.

Charleston’s home numbers are outstanding: 4 wins and 1 draw from 5, with 12 goals scored and only 4 conceded. FC Tulsa, by contrast, are more balanced, with 4 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses overall, and a solid away return of 2 wins, 2 draws and just 1 defeat (7 goals scored, 5 conceded). Tulsa’s defence, with only 9 goals conceded in 10 matches, has been one of the more reliable units in the group, suggesting Charleston’s prolific home attack will be properly tested.

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Key Matchups

Charleston attack vs FC Tulsa back line

Charleston’s offensive profile is driven by their home form: 12 goals in 5 home fixtures at an average of 2.4 per game. They have failed to score in none of their home matches, and their biggest home win stands at 4-0. That front line will go up against a Tulsa defence that has conceded just 9 goals in 10 games, with away concessions at only 1.0 per match on average. Tulsa have also collected 3 clean sheets, matching Charleston’s total, and their defensive consistency is reflected in a goals-against average of 0.9 overall. The battle between Charleston’s high-output home attack and Tulsa’s compact, organised defence is likely to define the rhythm of the game.

Midfield control and transition

Both sides’ season profiles suggest that transitions and midfield intensity will be crucial. Charleston’s goals are well distributed across matches, with strong periods between 16-45 and 61-90 minutes, while Tulsa’s scoring spikes between 31-75 minutes. With Charleston averaging 1.4 goals for and 1.3 against per game overall, and Tulsa at 1.3 for and 0.9 against, the midfield units’ ability to control tempo and limit turnovers in those key windows could swing the contest towards either a cagey draw or a narrow home win.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent head-to-head history leans slightly towards Charleston Battery, who have won four of the last five USL Championship encounters, with FC Tulsa/Tulsa Roughnecks taking one victory. The matches have generally been competitive, but Charleston have found ways to edge the tight ones.

• 20 April 2024: FC Tulsa 1-4 Charleston Battery (USL Championship)
• 23 September 2023: Charleston Battery 2-1 FC Tulsa (USL Championship)
• 15 April 2023: FC Tulsa 1-2 Charleston Battery (USL Championship)
• 26 June 2022: Tulsa Roughnecks 2-1 Charleston Battery (USL Championship)
• 13 March 2022: Charleston Battery 1-0 Tulsa Roughnecks (USL Championship)

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Prediction

Analysis points to a tight, low-scoring encounter. Charleston’s home strength is undeniable: unbeaten at Patriots Point in five league matches, with an impressive scoring rate and 2 home clean sheets. However, FC Tulsa arrive with the better recent form profile, a more solid defensive record, and a resilient away record of just one defeat in five.

Win-probability metrics tilt towards the hosts: Charleston are given a 45% chance of victory, with a 45% likelihood of a draw and only 10% for an away win. That, combined with the “Win or draw” advisory in Charleston’s favour, suggests the home side should avoid defeat more often than not. With both teams averaging just over a goal scored per game and Tulsa particularly tight at the back, a cautious, tactical battle feels likely, with Charleston’s home edge enough to shade it by a single goal.

Predicted Score: Charleston Battery 1-0 FC Tulsa

Charleston Battery League Form

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FC Tulsa League Form

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Charleston Battery Possible Starting Lineup

J. Berner; J. Akpunonu, G. Smith, S. Suber; C. Allan, N. Houssou, J. Kelly, L. Kissiedou, E. Ycaza; Miguel Berry, L. Blackstock

Charleston have several experienced options across the pitch. In goal, J. Berner offers stability, while defenders such as J. Akpunonu, G. Smith and S. Suber provide a strong physical base. In midfield, the likes of C. Allan, N. Houssou, J. Kelly, L. Kissiedou and E. Ycaza give Charleston the ability to control possession and break lines. Up front, attackers such as Miguel Berry and L. Blackstock add movement and finishing quality, ideal for exploiting their strong home scoring trend. The depth on the bench, including forwards like M. Foster and D. Martínez, gives flexibility to adjust if the match becomes a grind.

FC Tulsa Possible Starting Lineup

A. Tambakis; L. Batista, A. Cissoko, D. Pierre, L. Stauffer; Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, G. Colli, K. ElMedkhar; L. Dorsey, N. Pierre

FC Tulsa can call on a well-balanced squad. In goal, A. Tambakis brings experience, protected by defenders such as L. Batista, A. Cissoko, D. Pierre and L. Stauffer, who collectively underpin Tulsa’s strong defensive record. The midfield unit of Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, G. Colli and K. ElMedkhar offers creativity and work rate, linking play and supporting both phases. In attack, options like L. Dorsey and N. Pierre provide mobility and penetration, while additional midfielders such as Jeorgio Kocevski and R. Somersall give the coach scope to tighten up or chase the game as needed.

Charleston Battery Team News

No significant absences reported.

FC Tulsa Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Charleston Battery:

• None reported.

FC Tulsa:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Charleston Battery in the Match Winner market. They are unbeaten at home (4 wins, 1 draw) and the win/draw probability leans heavily their way (45% home, 45% draw, 10% away). Odds for a home win are widely available around 1.70–1.78, with Bet365 offering 1.73 and Dafabet 1.78, reflecting their strong position as favourites.
• Goals Tip: Consider a low-scoring angle such as under 2.5 goals or a “both teams not to score” style position where available. Charleston average 1.4 goals for and 1.3 against per game, while Tulsa concede just 0.9 on average. With both teams showing only two matches over 2.5 goals out of ten in their respective under/over profiles, a tight encounter fits the statistical pattern. Bettors can combine this view with result markets at bookmakers like Unibet and Betfair, where the draw is priced around 3.60, to build cautious goal-related strategies.
• Value Tip: Double chance Charleston Battery or draw offers a pragmatic value angle, aligning with the advisory that Charleston should avoid defeat. This can be paired with home-leaning odds in the 1.62–1.78 range on the Match Winner market (Unibet at 1.62, Betano at 1.75) to build safer multiples. Given Charleston’s dominant home record and their strong H2H edge (four wins in the last five), the probability of them at least drawing appears higher than the raw prices might suggest, creating potential value in conservative, home-favoured combinations.

How to Watch Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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