Union Omaha host Charlotte Independence on Saturday, Sep 5 at 1:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 2 points in the USL League One, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Union Omaha come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Charlotte Independence, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

History strongly favours Union Omaha here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Charlotte Independence, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Union Omaha won 4–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Union Omaha a slight edge, but Charlotte Independence are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.