Carolina Core desperately need points on Sunday, Jun 14 at 2:00 AM in the MLS Next Pro. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Carolina Core come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5). Crown Legacy, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Carolina Core head into this on the back of a defeat, while Crown Legacy arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 7 previous meetings, Carolina Core lead 3–1 with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Carolina Core a slight edge, but Crown Legacy are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.