Match Information:
MLS NEXT Pro: Matchweek 9
Date: Saturday May 10, 2025
Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. ET
Location: Truist Point Stadium (High Point, North Carolina)
Watch: **Apple TV-MLS Season Pass**
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Match Overview
CCFC Record: 1-3-4 (9 points – 12th in East)
HCFC Record: 3-1-3 (14 points – 4th in East)
CCFC vs HCFC All-Time: 1-1-1 (4 GF, 5 GA)
Carolina Core FC’s final match in the month of May will see the team host Huntsville City FC in MLS NEXT Pro play. The game will be livestreamed on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV beginning at 7:00 pm ET.
STORYLINES
Tight Eastern Conference Race
Carolina Core FC went toe-to-toe last week against Eastern Conference second-place New York Red Bulls II, securing a point mainly due to Facundo Canete’s consecutive equalizing goals. Although The Foxes fell short in the penalty shootout, the point on the road places CCFC in 12th place in the Eastern Conference with nine points. However, this alone does not tell the whole story, as The Foxes are just one point away from an eighth-place playoff position. In fact, only three points separate 12th place from fifth place in the Eastern Conference, meaning a win against Huntsville City FC would prove to be crucial in order for CCFC to climb the table.
The two sides met three times during last year’s MLS NEXT Pro campaign, with the results as evenly matched as possible (1-1-1 record). However, the most recent match ended with a 2-0 victory for The Foxes. The North Carolina-based side will be eager to replicate this performance to secure their second home win of the MLSNP season.
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Facundo Canete became Carolina Core FC’s top goal scorer this season after his dominant performance last time out against New York Red Bulls II. The Argentinian midfielder ensured that The Foxes left New Jersey with a point, pulling CCFC level twice, including a dramatic last-minute goal that took the game to a penalty shootout. Canete’s efforts have led to him scoring four goals in MLS NEXT Pro this season, placing him at the forefront of CCFC’s leading goal-scorers this campaign. The 25-year-old seems to be finding a new gear at the perfect time, having scored three goals in his last two MLSNP appearances. His midfield work rate and conversion in front of goal will be crucial to helping CCFC secure three points at home against Huntsville City FC.
The East’s Top Scorers Visit The PointHuntsville City FC is currently on a five-game unbeaten streak, with their most recent result being a 2-2 draw at home against Atlanta United 2. However, over the last three games, HCFC has outscored its opponents 11-2, earning clean sheets against Chicago Fire FC II (5-0 victory) and Inter Miami CF II (4-0 victory). These results have catapulted Huntsville into fourth place in the Eastern Conference and top of the conference in goals scored (18 goals). The visitors hope to extend their unbeaten streak to six games against Carolina Core FC, with their last defeat occurring in mid-March against Eastern leaders, Chattanooga FC.
Christian Koffi has been HCFC’s standout player this season, registering a team-high five goal contributions in the six matches he has played in MLS NEXT Pro (four goals and one assist). The French forward is also one of the most creative players for the visitors, having already created a team-high 15 chances for his side. The 24-year-old failed to score or assist in HCFC’s draw against Atlanta United 2 and will be looking to get back on the scoresheet against The Foxes.
