Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before July 2026 Match

Carolina Core host Chicago Fire II at Truist Point on 25 July 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. The fixture is scheduled for a 23:30 UTC kick-off, bringing together two Central Division rivals who are chasing points in a tightly contested Eastern Conference picture. With Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II stats showing contrasting league trajectories so far in the 2026 season, this clash carries clear implications for the standings.

Carolina Core arrive in this match with 18 points from 19 games, sitting 7th in the Central Division and 14th in the Eastern Conference, having won 5 and lost 14 with no draws. Chicago Fire II, by contrast, have collected 27 points from 18 matches, ranking 5th in the Central Division and 10th in the Eastern Conference, with 9 wins and 9 losses. The stakes are straightforward: Carolina need home points to close the gap, while Chicago Fire II are pushing to solidify a stronger playoff-positioning profile.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a compact but competitive Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II head-to-head history in MLS Next Pro play.

• 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 on 22 April 2024 in Regular Season - 8. On that date at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, Chicago Fire II established the first clear marker in the rivalry with a 2-1 home victory. They led 2-0 at half-time and ultimately closed out a 2-1 win, setting an early tone of home advantage in this matchup.

The balance shifted in 2025. On 14 June 2025, the sides met at Truist Point in Regular Season - 18. Carolina Core and Chicago Fire II drew 1-1 in regulation, with the home side leading 1-1 at half-time and the score unchanged by full-time. The match was then decided on penalties, with Chicago Fire II winning 5-4 in the shootout. For head-to-head statistical purposes, that contest is recorded as a draw, but the penalty outcome underlined Chicago’s ability to handle high-pressure situations away from home.

The 2026 season has already delivered two further meetings, both in the Group Stage. On 22 March 2026 at SeatGeek Stadium, Chicago Fire II and Carolina Core played out a 0-0 draw over 90 minutes. After a goalless first half and full-time stalemate, Chicago Fire II prevailed 5-4 on penalties, adding another shootout success to their record. Then, on 16 May 2026 at Truist Point, Carolina Core responded with their first outright win in the series, overturning a 0-1 half-time deficit to beat Chicago Fire II 2-1 in regular time. This recent result tightens the rivalry and injects fresh intrigue into the upcoming fixture.

Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers are finely balanced, with both sides having enjoyed key moments at home and away.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Carolina Core 4 - 3 Chicago Fire II
• Average Goals per Match: Carolina Core 1.00 vs Chicago Fire II 0.75

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 pattern in 2026 season to date is clear: a volatile side with a heavy lean towards decisive results. Across 19 league fixtures, they have 5 wins and 14 losses with no draws, reflecting a high-risk, high-variance profile. At Truist Point, they have been more competitive, winning 4 of 9 home matches and scoring 13 while conceding 11. Overall, they average 1.3 goals scored and 1.9 conceded per game, with 3 clean sheets and only 3 matches in which they have failed to score, indicating that defensive stability is a larger concern than attacking output.

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

Last 5 Chicago Fire II Matches Results and Stats

Chicago Fire II’s 2026 season to date shows a more balanced but still streaky team. With 9 wins and 9 losses from 18 matches and no draws, they mirror Carolina’s tendency for decisive outcomes but with a stronger winning ratio. At home they have been particularly effective, winning 6 of 8 and scoring 18 while conceding just 10. Away from home, they have 3 wins and 7 losses in 10 matches, scoring 14 and conceding 20, suggesting more vulnerability on the road. Chicago average 1.8 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per match, with 4 clean sheets and only 2 games without a goal, underlining a generally productive attack.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical Carolina Core vs Chicago Fire II stats point to a finely balanced rivalry, with each side owning one outright win and two draws in regulation across four meetings, and Carolina holding a narrow 4-3 edge in total goals. Venue patterns are pronounced: both clubs have protected home turf, with Carolina unbeaten in two at Truist Point and Chicago similarly strong at SeatGeek Stadium. Layered onto that, season-to-date league form shows Chicago Fire II as the more consistent side overall, but their away record is significantly weaker than their home performance, which keeps the door open for Carolina Core. With Carolina improving at home and having just claimed a 2-1 victory over Chicago at Truist Point in May 2026, the statistical trends suggest a competitive contest in which home advantage and Chicago’s uneven away form could offset their superior league position.

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