Charlotte - Atlanta: United

Missing multiple key players including Miguel Almirón, Steven Alzate, Tomás Jacob, and Sérgio Santos. Tactical Notes

Charlotte enters as the favorite based on recent league performance and their dominant 6-0 win over Charlotte Independence in the previous round. Metric (2026 MLS) Charlotte FC Atlanta United 5th (Eastern) 13th (Eastern) Record (W-D-L) Points Goal Difference Data source: 2026 MLS Standings . Head-to-Head History Charlotte - Atlanta United

7:00 PM local time at the Mecklenburg County Sportsplex in Matthews, NC. Charlotte - Atlanta United

This "Battle of the South" marks the first time these rivals will meet in a cup competition. Charlotte - Atlanta United