Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core: Head-to-Head Stats and Insights

Inter Miami II host Carolina Core at Chase Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 20 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 UTC. Both sides are competing in the 2026 MLS Next Pro season, but they arrive in contrasting league positions and trajectories, giving this fixture added importance in the divisional landscape.

In the Central Division standings, Inter Miami II sit 8th with 4 points from 12 matches, carrying a goal difference of -22 and a difficult run of form highlighted by a “LLLLL” sequence. Carolina Core, meanwhile, are 7th in the same division with 12 points from 14 games and a goal difference of -8. With Inter Miami II still searching for stability at home and Carolina Core trying to translate home strength into more consistent results, this clash has clear implications for momentum and confidence. For anyone studying Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core stats, the combination of league context and prior meetings provides a sharp lens on what to expect.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a compact but revealing head-to-head series between Inter Miami II and Carolina Core in MLS Next Pro competition.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Inter Miami II wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Carolina Core wins: 1

Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core Timeline & Historical Context

The Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their meeting on 6 October 2024 in the Regular Season - 41 round. Played at Truist Point Stadium in High Point, North Carolina, that match ended Carolina Core 0–1 Inter Miami II, with the visitors edging a tight contest after a goalless first half in which the score was 0–0 at the break. That away win established early that Inter Miami II could be effective on the road in this matchup.

Their rivalry intensified in the 2025 season with three further encounters. On 13 March 2025 in Regular Season - 2 at Chase Stadium, Inter Miami II and Carolina Core drew 1–1 after Inter Miami II trailed 0–1 at half-time. The match went to a penalty shootout, where Carolina Core prevailed 4–2 on penalties, but in head-to-head terms the fixture is recorded as a draw after 120 minutes. On 1 June 2025 in Regular Season - 15, again at Chase Stadium, Carolina Core turned the tables in regulation time, winning 2–1 after leading 1–0 at half-time. That result marked Carolina Core’s first outright win in the series, and it came away from home.

The third clash of that 2025 campaign was on 4 July 2025 in Regular Season - 22 at Truist Point. Carolina Core led 1–1 at half-time in a balanced contest, but Inter Miami II ultimately secured a 2–1 away victory. That result underlined how often the away side has been competitive in this fixture. The most recent chapter came on 28 March 2026 in the Group Stage at Truist Point, where Carolina Core and Inter Miami II drew 1–1 after Inter Miami II led 1–0 at half-time. The match proceeded to penalties, with Inter Miami II winning the shootout 2–0; again, the underlying head-to-head result is a draw across 120 minutes. Overall, the Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core timeline reveals tight margins, frequent one-goal games, and two draws that both required penalty shootouts to separate the sides for competition purposes.

Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core stats indicate a narrow edge in goals and results for the home side in this upcoming fixture, despite several matches being decided by a single goal.

Overall Record & Goals:

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

Venue Split Performance:

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

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

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

• 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)
• 6 October 2024: Carolina Core 0–1 Inter Miami II (Half-time: 0–0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 41

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Inter Miami II Matches Results and Stats

For Inter Miami II, the broader 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign paints a challenging picture. Season to date, they have played 12 matches, winning 1, drawing 0 and losing 11. At home, they have 5 defeats from 5, scoring 5 and conceding 15, while overall they have allowed 37 goals at an average of 3.1 per game. Offensively, they average 1.2 goals per match (14 scored), but defensive frailties and a lack of clean sheets — none so far this season — have undermined their efforts. Their statistical profile suggests they often need to score multiple times just to stay competitive.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 11 (season to date)

Last 5 Carolina Core Matches Results and Stats

Carolina Core’s season to date offers a slightly stronger platform. Across 14 matches, they have 3 wins, 0 draws and 11 losses. At home they are considerably more effective, with 3 wins and 4 defeats, scoring 12 and conceding 12, while away from home they have lost all 7 matches, scoring 6 and conceding 17. Overall, they average 1.3 goals for and 2.1 against per game, with just 1 clean sheet registered. Their form line of “WLLOLW” in the standings indicates inconsistency but also the ability to produce wins, particularly on home soil.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 11 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across five MLS Next Pro meetings, Inter Miami II hold a narrow edge in both results and scoring, with a 2–2–1 record in wins-draws-losses and a 6–5 goal advantage. The head-to-head pattern is defined by tight contests, one-goal margins and two draws resolved only via penalty shootouts. Venue trends are notable: Carolina Core have yet to win at home in this matchup, while Inter Miami II have not secured a home victory against this opponent, with Carolina Core’s lone series win coming at Chase Stadium. When this is set against 2026 season form — Inter Miami II struggling badly overall and at home, and Carolina Core stronger at home but winless away — the historical numbers point to a finely balanced fixture where past away success and current defensive records on both sides suggest another close, potentially high-variance encounter rather than a clear statistical favorite.

Inter Miami II vs Carolina Core H2H Statistics updated on 15 June 2026.