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Busy outing in draw Westwood had 14 crosses (three accurate) and 11 corners in Friday's 0-0 draw against Orlando City SC. Charlotte won the game 3-1 via penalties.

Impact Westwood delivered a strong performance in this match, and his crossing and set-piece numbers made him one of the standout performers in this scoreless draw. Charlotte's win means these two sides will play a deciding match on Saturday to see which team advances to the next round of the 2024 MLS Playoffs.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Sunday Westwood recorded five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Westwood created four chances in Sunday's playoff match, his third time this season creating four or more. He also recorded five crosses for the sixth time this season and took three of his side's four corners. Ultimately his contributions were not enough and now he and Charlotte face elimination at home on Friday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Saturday Westwood assisted once to go with six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against CF Montreal.

Impact Westwood set up Charlotte's lone goal of the match with a perfect cross that allowed Tim Ream to find the back of the net from close range. Westwood is having an excellent season from his midfield role, bagging two goals and recording five assists across 27 starts.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC captain Ashley Westwood signs new contract Charlotte FC signed captain Ashley Westwood to a new contract through 2026 with an option for 2027, the MLS club announced Tuesday.The 34-ye...

SEPTEMBER 10 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Charlotte FC sign Ashley Westwood to new contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Charlotte FC have signed captain Ashley Westwood to a new contract through 2026 with an option for 2027,...

SEPTEMBER 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs new contract Westwood has agreed to a new contract with Charlotte, according to his club.

Impact Westwood is extending his stay with Charlotte, as after joining the team ahead of the 2023 campaign, he has inked a deal to stay with them until 2026, having an option for the 2027 season. He has started in all 26 of his appearances this campaign and is a vital part of the team, likely to maintain that role throughout the rest of his new contract.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Assists goal in draw Westwood assisted once to go with seven crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Westwood created his fourth assist of the season with a great cross that was finished by Iuri Tavares with a neat finish. While this was his fourth assist in three games, this is only the second game in 24 that he has provided an assist. Of his six goal involvements this season, five have come away from home.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Three assists at Cincinnati Westwood assisted thrice to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 victory over FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minu...

Impact Westwood had a great outing and logged a club-record three assists to help Charlotte earn the road win. He did not have any assists at all in the campaign before the game. The midfielder also led his side with a season-high five chances created.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood named Player of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Ashley Westwood entered the Charlotte FC record books with a historic performance that earned him MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Mi...

JULY 15 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Westwood first Charlotte player to post three assists in one match in 3-1 victory over Cincinnati

Rookies Iúri Tavares and Liel Abada used two of Ashley Westwood’s club-record three assists to score two minutes apart in the first half, sparking Charlotte FC to a 3-1 victory ove...

JULY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Option for Miami match Westwood has been cleared to play and will be an option for Wednesday's match against Inter Miami.

Impact Westwood will continue his consistent run with Charlotte, starting all 20 matches played for the team. He's been averaging about 2.9 crosses per game while also collecting 27 clearances, 58 crosses, and 26 chances created while also scoring twice.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Gets suspended for Houston visit Westwood created two chances, sent in three inaccurate crosses and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-0 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Westwood had another quiet performance from a fantasy perspective, with a pair of chances created as his noteworthy contributions, and then, deep into second half's stoppage time, things got worse as he was shown a yellow card that gets him suspended for next weekend's visit to Houston. With the team's captain unavailable, Djibril Diani could make his return to the starting XI.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Westwood crossed four times inaccurately, blocked a shot and made three interceptions during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Orlando.

Impact Westwood was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball leading Charlotte in both crosses and blocks in the match. The midfielder hasn't had a goal involvement in over a month, but remains a consistent source of crosses due to his role on corner kicks.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, chances created Westwood took an off target shot, crossed eight times (two accurate) and created three chances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Philadelphia.

Impact Westwood was the main creator for Charlotte leading his side in both crosses and chances created. The midfielder has one goal involvement while combining for two shots, seven chances created and 13 crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Charlotte FC midfielder Ashley Westwood has won AT&T Goal of the Matchday honors for Matchday 14 thanks to a blistering and dipping free kic...

MAY 17 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores stunning winning goal Westwood scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Chicago Fire.

Impact Westwood came through in the clutch for Charlotte by scoring the game-winning goal, but he did it in impressive fashion with a beautiful free kick that went over the wall and past Chris Brady late in the second half. Westwood is not known for his offensive contributions as a defensive midfielder, but his fantasy upside should experience a boost if he continues to take set pieces. Westwood has two goals this season and has been an ever-present starter for Charlotte, featuring in the XI and going the full 90 in each game so far.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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MAY 16 • YOUTUBE

Quiet offensively in win Westwood made five inaccurate crosses and made two tackles (both won), one clearance and one interception during Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Westwood had a very quiet performance here as even his crosses on set pieces were harmless. On the other hand, the playmaker was able to at least contribute defensively and the ability to be a two-way contributor more frequently could make all the difference for all player who doesn't score or assist that much.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Westwood recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New England.

Impact Westwood has played in every MLS match, holding it down in the defensive midfield during his second season in the league. He's already got a goal with 15 clearances, 15 crosses (four accurate) and eight tackles (one won).

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Charlotte FC captain Ashley Westwood has won Goal of the Matchday for Matchday 6, courtesy of a powerful chest-and-volley that ignited their...

MARCH 27 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Opens scoring Westwood scored once from two shots (one on target) and delivered four crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Columbus.

Impact Westwood scored his first of the season with a long-range effort that broke the deadlock. The ex-Premier League player scored two goals and registered two assists in his first MLS season and will look to build on that this year.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively to start season Westwood has started and played the full 90 in Charlotte's first two matches of the 2024 MLS season, racking up nine clearances but also adding three crosses and two chances create...

Impact Westwood plays as a central midfielder for Charlotte and tends to operate as the primary link between defense and attack, but given the team's tactical approach, he's expected to be more involved on the defensive side of the ball. He should continue to rack up stats on both sides of the ball as he remains in a starting role.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Westwood took two off target shots and crossed twice inaccurately during Wednesday's 5-2 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Westwood was held off the scoresheet as Charlotte were eliminated from the MLS playoffs on Wednesday. The midfielder ends the season with three goals, two assists, 108 crosses and 35 chances created in 30 appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses in win Westwood had three crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 4th minute.

Impact Westwood had a good overall performance to help Charlotte win at home. The midfielder led his side in crosses during the match, while making the second-most interceptions. He also received his sixth yellow card of the season in the proccess.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Westwood first Charlotte player to post three assists in one match in 3-1 victory over Cincinnati