The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Forward Madison FC at 2.07 — an implied 45% chance. The draw defied it.

• Charlotte Independence: opened 3.25, closed 3.10 (30%)
• Forward Madison FC: opened 2.02, closed 2.07 (45%)
• Draw: opened 3.75, closed 3.80 (25%)

The total closed at 3 (Over 1.71 / Under 2.11); the 2-goal final went Under.

Half-time: Forward Madison FC 0 - 1 Charlotte Independence.

Charlotte Independence — recent form

• 2026-08-15Charlotte Independence 3-1 Sarasota Paradise
• 2026-08-12Charlotte Independence 2-4 Hartford Athletic
• 2026-08-08Charlotte Independence 1-0 Greenville Triumph SC
• 2026-08-01Charlotte Independence 3-1 One Knoxville SC
• 2026-07-25Charlotte Independence 3-1 Richmond Kickers

Forward Madison FC — recent form

• 2026-08-16Portland Hearts of Pine 1-2 Forward Madison FC
• 2026-08-13Forward Madison FC 1-1 Greenville Triumph SC
• 2026-08-09AC Boise 2-1 Forward Madison FC
• 2026-08-02Forward Madison FC 2-0 Westchester SC
• 2026-07-30Forward Madison FC 5-2 Chattanooga Red Wolves SC