Our North Carolina FC vs Rhode Island FC Prediction: 2-1
North Carolina FC vs Rhode Island FC in the USA USL Championship is scheduled for an 23:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday October 18, 2025. We predict a 2-1 home victory, but with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is another strong betting option.
This North Carolina FC vs Rhode Island FC prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
North Carolina FC's Last Match – Detroit City FC vs North Carolina FC
North Carolina FC must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-2 USA USL Championship defeat against Detroit City FC on October 4. In that match, North Carolina FC recorded 54% possession and 2 shots hitting the target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 46% | 0 (3) | 1.11 | 38 |
![]() | 54% | 0 (2) | 0.6 | 58 |
Rhode Island FC's Last Match – Rhode Island FC vs Las Vegas Lights FC
Determined to maintain their recent success, Rhode Island FC must win following their 3-1 USA USL Championship victory against Las Vegas Lights FC on October 5. In that match, Rhode Island FC recorded 46% possession, firing 4 shots on target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
---|---|---|---|---|
Rhode Island FC | 46% | 0 (4) | 0.92 | 54 |
![]() | 54% | 0 (4) | 0.94 | 39 |
North Carolina FC vs Rhode Island FC Stats
Key Stats
North Carolina FC | Rhode Island FC | |
---|---|---|
1.35 | Attacking Strength | 0.93 |
1.1 | Defence Strength | 0.81 |
1.5 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
4/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
2/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
7/10 | BTTS | 2/10 |
5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
1.3 | Average Scored | 0.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
North Carolina FC are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Rhode Island FC average 0.9 scored and 0.7 conceded per game.