Toronto Fc vs Charlotte Fc Picks and Predictions May 31st 2025

Struggling Charlotte FC Travel to Troubled Toronto FC

Charlotte FC and Toronto FC are both desperate for a turnaround, and Saturday’s meeting at BMO Field offers a prime opportunity — or pressure — depending on perspective.

For Charlotte defender Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, this match is personal. The Brampton native and former Toronto FC homegrown signing made his MLS debut at just 16 years old for the Reds. Now 20, he returns as a visitor, looking to inspire a bounce-back performance for his struggling side.

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“To play in front of my family and stuff like that will for sure be a great feeling,” said Marshall-Rutty. “I just want to go there and take care of business, and it’ll feel even better after the game if we win.”

Both Clubs Seeking Redemption

Charlotte FC (7-8-1, 22 points) has lost six of its last seven matches and conceded four goals midweek in a 4-2 defeat to the New York Red Bulls. Their lone road victory this season came over a month ago, and their 1-6-1 record away from home remains a sore spot.

Forward Liel Abada continues to be a bright spot in attack, leading the team with five goals in 15 appearances. But Charlotte’s defense has crumbled under pressure, and the team will need to tighten up against a Toronto side equally in search of stability.

Toronto FC (3-9-4, 13 points) is limping to the end of a three-game homestand. After opening the scoring midweek against Philadelphia, the Reds let it slip late, surrendering two goals to lose 2-1 — their third loss in four matches.

“We worked so hard. I think we really played well,” said forward Ola Brynhildsen. “Obviously, it’s a lot of frustrations, but the good thing is that next game comes fast, so we can’t dwell on this.”

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Federico Bernardeschi leads the Reds with four goals on the season, but Toronto is just 1-6-2 at home — a stat that will fuel Charlotte’s hopes of stealing a result.

For those analyzing MLS Betting Predictions and Team Insights, this matchup offers value on both sides — with pressure mounting for whoever falters first.

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