Expected Goals and Milestones for Matchday 10 in MLS

Charlotte FC is off to the best start in club history, sitting at the top of the Eastern Conference with 19 points and a record of 6-2-1 through Matchday 9. They are proving to be a tough team to beat on their home turf, with a five-game winning streak at home, dating back to September 2024. In their upcoming match against the New England Revolution, Charlotte has the chance to make history by becoming the ninth team post-shootout era to win at least nine consecutive home matches.

Andre Blake, the goalkeeper for the Philadelphia Union, is on track to achieve a significant milestone. With his next clean sheet against D.C. United, Blake could become the second fastest player in MLS history to reach 80 career shutouts. He has already recorded 79 clean sheets in 252 matches and is aiming to join the elite group of goalkeepers with 80 career shutouts.

Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan has been making waves with his performances, contributing two goals on Matchday 9. With six assists this season, he is tied for third in MLS. At just 21 years old, Sullivan is on track to surpass some impressive records for goal contributions by a Union player under 22 years old.

Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati’s midfielder Evander has been making a strong case for the 2025 Landon Donovan MLS MVP award. With six goals and one assist, he is leading the charge for his team. What’s even more impressive is his expected goals efficiency rate, outpacing his expected goals by a remarkable 4.01 goals through Matchday 9. This efficiency has put him at the top of the list for expected goals efficiency rates in the league.

These players are just a few examples of the talent and excitement that the MLS has to offer this season. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches and impressive performances as the season unfolds.