Charlotte FC and FC Juárez are set to debut in the 2025 Leagues Cup today, marking an exciting start to this tournament which pits teams from Liga MX against those from MLS. The match takes place at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, where the Bravos will enter as visitors.
Charlotte FC heads into this match in good form, currently positioned for the playoffs in the MLS, while FC Juárez is still seeking their first win in the Apertura 2025 season of Mexican football, having recorded only one defeat so far. The game will kick off at 7:30 PM local time, which is 5:30 PM in Mexico City and Ciudad Juárez.
The starting line-ups for both teams have been confirmed ahead of the highly anticipated clash. Charlotte will feature players such as Kristijan Kahlina, Bill Tuiloma, and Wilfried Zaha, while Juárez will rely on Sebastián Jurado and Rodolfo Pizarro among others.
For those looking to tune in, the match will not be available on free-to-air television in Mexico but can be watched via the MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV+ app.
Under the new format introduced in this 2025 edition of the Leagues Cup, if the game ends in a tie, the match will proceed to a penalty shootout to determine an extra point. This point can be crucial for advancing to the quarter-finals, as the penalty shootout winner will earn four points, compared to just one for the loser.
Predictions are favoring Charlotte as the probable winner, with analysis suggesting a winning probability that ranges between 54% and 68%.
This match not only highlights the competitive spirit between two prominent leagues but also exemplifies the growing popularity of cross-league tournaments in North American soccer. As the tournament continues, there is potential for exciting matchups that showcase emerging talents and invigorate fan engagement across both leagues.