Spokane Velocity and Charlotte Independence meet on Thursday, Jul 23 at 3:00 AM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the USL League One. Charlotte Independence hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Spokane Velocity come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Charlotte Independence, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Spokane Velocity head into this on the back of a defeat, while Charlotte Independence arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 5 previous meetings, Spokane Velocity lead 1–3 with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Spokane Velocity won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Charlotte Independence arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Spokane Velocity. Charlotte Independence to win.