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

Charleston Battery welcome FC Tulsa to Patriots Point Soccer Complex on 13 June 2026 in a USL Championship Group Stage clash that already has the feel of a playoff dress rehearsal. Both sides are locked on 16 points after 10 matches and sit firmly inside the promotion playoff places, with Tulsa third and Charleston fifth in the USL 1 group.

For Charleston, this is an opportunity to lean on a formidable home record and close the gap on the top positions. They have been almost flawless at Patriots Point, while their away form has been erratic. FC Tulsa, meanwhile, arrive with one of the strongest recent forms in the conference and a balanced profile at both ends of the pitch, making this a compelling matchup for USL Championship predictions and betting angles.

With Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa historically producing tight but often high-stakes contests and both sides boasting identical points tallies, this fixture will be central to many USL Championship betting tips this weekend. Home advantage, recent head-to-head results and contrasting home/away splits all feed into a fascinating tactical and betting narrative.

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Key Stats

  • Charleston Battery and FC Tulsa are level on 16 points after 10 matches, with Charleston fifth and Tulsa third in the USL 1 group.
  • Across the last five meetings, Charleston Battery have four wins to FC Tulsa’s one.
  • Charleston average 2.4 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per home game this season, while FC Tulsa average 1.4 scored and 1.0 conceded away.

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 league table underlines how finely balanced this contest is. FC Tulsa sit third with 16 points from 10 matches, having scored 13 and conceded 9. Charleston Battery are just behind in fifth, also on 16 points, with 14 scored and 13 conceded. Both are currently in the USL Championship playoffs 1/8-finals zone, but with little margin for error in a congested group.

The underlying splits, however, highlight a clash of profiles. Charleston’s 4 wins and 1 draw from 5 home matches, with 12 goals scored and only 4 conceded, point to one of the strongest home records in the conference. Tulsa’s away numbers — 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat, 7 scored and 5 conceded — show they travel well and rarely collapse defensively. With both teams having kept 3 clean sheets overall, this could be decided by which side best imposes its usual environment: Charleston’s attacking dominance at home or Tulsa’s controlled, resilient away performances.

Charleston Battery vs FC Tulsa Key Matchups

Charleston’s Home Attack vs Tulsa’s Away Defence

Charleston Battery’s offensive output at Patriots Point has been outstanding: 12 goals in 5 home fixtures at an average of 2.4 per game. They have also yet to fail to score at home, with 0 instances of failing to score in front of their own fans this season. Their biggest home win, a 4-0 scoreline, underlines their capacity to overwhelm visitors when they get on top.

FC Tulsa’s away defence will be under pressure but comes in with credible numbers. They concede just 1.0 goal per game on the road (5 in 5 away matches) and have contributed to 3 clean sheets overall. Their goals-against profile suggests they are generally hard to break down and rarely allow matches to become chaotic. The duel between Charleston’s high-scoring home attack and Tulsa’s disciplined away back line is likely to define both the match flow and the main betting markets.

Second-Half Goals: Charleston’s Vulnerability vs Tulsa’s Surge

Another intriguing battle lies in how both teams handle the second half. Charleston concede 1.3 goals per match overall, with a notable concentration after the break: from minute 61 to 90 they have allowed 6 of their 13 goals against. That points to some vulnerability in the latter stages, particularly when games stretch.

FC Tulsa, by contrast, are particularly dangerous after half-time. They have scored 10 of their 13 league goals between minutes 46 and 75, with 4 goals between 46 and 60 and another 4 between 61 and 75. This second-half surge could be decisive if Charleston fail to put the game away early. Bettors looking at in-play or goals markets should pay close attention to this late-game dynamic.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

The recent head-to-head record tilts slightly towards Charleston Battery, who have won four of the last five encounters against FC Tulsa (including matches when Tulsa were listed as Tulsa Roughnecks). These meetings have often been competitive but have tended to fall Charleston’s way, especially in South Carolina.

  • 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

Form and metrics suggest a tight, tactical contest. FC Tulsa edge the comparative form charts in attack and defence and have a stronger recent run, but Charleston’s home dominance and superior head-to-head record cannot be ignored. The probability split gives Charleston and the draw 45% each, with Tulsa at just 10%, pointing towards a strong “home or draw” bias rather than a clear-cut home win.

With both sides averaging around 1.3–1.4 goals scored per game and both keeping 3 clean sheets, a low-scoring encounter is plausible, especially given Tulsa’s controlled away performances and Charleston’s solid home defending. A cautious, playoff-style battle looks more likely than an open shootout.

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 (GK); J. Akpunonu, G. Smith, S. Suber (Defenders); C. Allan, N. Houssou, J. Kelly, L. Kissiedou, E. Ycaza (Midfielders); Miguel Berry, L. Blackstock (Forwards).

Charleston have a deep squad with multiple options in every line. With several experienced goalkeepers available, they can rely on stability at the back, while defenders such as J. Akpunonu and G. Smith underpin a home record of just 4 goals conceded in 5 matches. In midfield, the likes of L. Kissiedou and E. Ycaza offer energy and creativity to support a varied forward line that includes Miguel Berry and L. Blackstock. The tactical shape is likely to emphasise width and numbers in attack at home, leveraging their strong scoring rate at Patriots Point.

FC Tulsa Possible Starting Lineup

A. Tambakis (GK); L. Batista, A. Cissoko, D. Pierre, L. Stauffer (Defenders); Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, G. Colli, K. ElMedkhar (Midfielders); L. Dorsey, N. Pierre (Forwards).

FC Tulsa’s squad profile suggests a solid spine with experienced defenders such as L. Batista and A. Cissoko in front of a seasoned goalkeeper like A. Tambakis. In midfield, Bruno Lapa and R. Cabral provide technical quality and control, which aligns with Tulsa’s balanced goals-for and goals-against numbers. The forward options, including L. Dorsey and N. Pierre, are likely to be tasked with exploiting transitions and second-half spaces, consistent with Tulsa’s strong scoring pattern after the interval.

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 markets are considered below, combining form, head-to-head trends and available prices.

  • Result Tip: Charleston Battery or Draw (Double Chance). With 45% assigned to a home win and 45% to the draw versus just 10% for an away victory, the underlying probabilities heavily favour Charleston avoiding defeat. Their 4 wins in the last 5 head-to-heads further support this. The Match Winner market has home odds around 1.73 with Bet365 and 1.75 with Betano, so a double-chance selection will be shorter but still a strong anchor for accumulators.
  • Goals Tip: Under 2.5 Goals. Both teams average around 1.3–1.4 goals scored per game, Tulsa concede just 0.9 per match and Charleston 1.3, and the predictions point to a low-scoring encounter. With Tulsa’s away defence allowing only 5 goals in 5 matches and Charleston keeping 3 clean sheets, a cagey match is likely. While the exact under odds are not listed, the Match Winner prices (home between 1.62 and 1.78, draw around 3.40–3.60, away up to 4.60) suggest a market expecting a relatively controlled contest, which aligns with an under-goals angle.
  • Value Tip: FC Tulsa +1 Asian Handicap. Tulsa’s away record (2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss, 7 scored, 5 conceded) and their strong recent form (LDWDLDWWWD) indicate they are unlikely to be overrun, even against a strong home side. With the away win priced as high as 4.60 at Unibet and 4.40 at 1xBet, the market leans heavily towards Charleston. That creates potential value on Tulsa with a goal head start, effectively backing them to avoid a heavy defeat in a fixture where they have been competitive in recent seasons despite the overall head-to-head edge for Charleston.

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

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

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