Inter Miami vs. Charlotte: Decision Day kickoff, free Tubi stream and playoff stakes

Updated November 4, 2026, at 7:58 p.m. Eastern Standard Time in Miami (00:58 UTC on November 5).

Inter Miami CF hosts Charlotte FC on Saturday, November 7, at 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time in the final round of the 2026 MLS regular season. The match at Nu Stadium in Miami Freedom Park will stream on Apple TV and will also be simulcast free on Tubi in the United States.

Both teams have already qualified for the playoffs, but their positions still matter. Miami is trying to protect second place in the Eastern Conference; Charlotte can secure first-round home-field advantage if it wins in Miami and Chicago fails to beat Columbus. The game has not yet been played, and no final score or confirmed starting lineup was available at the time of this update.

Destaques

• Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. EST in Miami on November 7, or 21:00 UTC.
• MLS lists Apple TV coverage; Tubi will simulcast the game free in the United States.
• Charlotte needs a win and a Chicago loss or draw to clinch first-round home-field advantage.
• Lionel Messi led the MLS Golden Boot race with 26 goals in the league's November 3 update.

When and where is Inter Miami vs. Charlotte?

The scheduled start is Saturday, November 7, at 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time in Miami (EST, UTC-05:00), equivalent to 21:00 UTC. Both Miami and Charlotte observe Eastern Standard Time on that date. Readers in other regions should convert from the verified UTC time and allow for any last-minute schedule changes.

Inter Miami is the home team at Nu Stadium, within the Miami Freedom Park development. The club's official schedule announcement identifies Charlotte as its home opponent on November 7 at 4 p.m. Fans attending should check current ticket, entry and transportation information directly with the club and venue.

How can fans watch on Apple TV or Tubi?

MLS lists the game as part of its Apple TV coverage. In addition, MLS and Tubi announced a free U.S. simulcast of Miami versus Charlotte. The agreement also covers Seattle versus LAFC later that day, but it does not mean every MLS match is free on Tubi.

Tubi's announced free simulcast is for viewers in the United States. Outside that market, check the Apple TV match listing and local rights; access, subscriptions and device availability may differ. MLS 360 is another way to follow major moments around Decision Day, while the official match page can be used to check live updates and the result.

What is at stake for Charlotte and Miami?

MLS says all nine Eastern Conference playoff places are already secured. According to its November 3 Decision Day breakdown, second-place Miami had 59 points, one more than New England, while Charlotte had 53 points and was chasing Chicago for fourth. Those totals are the league's published snapshot before the final round, not the final standings.

For Charlotte, the route to home-field advantage in the best-of-three first round requires two things: a victory in Miami and Chicago losing or drawing against Columbus. A Charlotte win alone is therefore not enough under the official MLS scenario. Miami also has reason to care about the result with New England close behind. Final pairings depend on results across the conference.

In the MLS playoff format, the top seven teams in each conference advance directly to the best-of-three first round. The eighth- and ninth-place teams meet in a wild-card game, with the winner moving on. Home-field advantage and final seeding are different from simply qualifying, which both Miami and Charlotte have already done.

Is Lionel Messi leading the Golden Boot race?

Yes, in the league's November 3 update. Messi led with 26 regular-season goals, ahead of FC Dallas striker Petar Musa on 22. MLS noted that a repeat award would make Messi the first player to win the league's Golden Boot in consecutive seasons. That is a possible achievement rather than a completed result; the award race remains open until the regular season is finished.

The scoring race does not guarantee that Messi will start or play against Charlotte. Neither club's official starting lineup was confirmed in the match information reviewed for this guide. Consult the clubs and MLS closer to kickoff for matchday squads, injury reports and any changes to player availability.

What happens after Decision Day?

The regular season ends November 7. The league then pauses for the international window before the MLS Cup Playoffs. MLS has published more than one set of postseason date information in its materials, so supporters should check the latest official schedule for confirmed match dates and broadcast details.

After the final whistle in Miami, use the league's match page for the verified score and box score, then check the completed standings for playoff opponents and hosting rights. Before kickoff, any projected score or lineup should be treated as a forecast, not a result.

FAQ

What time is Inter Miami vs. Charlotte?

Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. EST in Miami on November 7, equivalent to 21:00 UTC.

Can I watch for free?

MLS and Tubi announced a free Tubi simulcast for viewers in the United States. Apple TV also carries MLS coverage, subject to its applicable terms.

Have both teams qualified for the playoffs?

Yes. Their final Eastern Conference seeding and Charlotte's potential home-field advantage remain at stake.