CHARLOTTE FC NEWS

Benjamin Bender - Progressing well in training Bender (knee) is "progressing well" in drills but remains a few weeks away from returning to full training, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Bender has been progressing steadily in training, but the central midfielder won't play against New England, and he's a few weeks away from being an option to make the matchday squad. A realistic target date for the central midfielder could be around the end of April.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scott Arfield - Available to face New England Arfield (undisclosed) is available to face the Revolution on Saturday, Caleb Adams of The Sporting News reports.

Impact Arfield missed the 1-1 draw against Cincinnati after making back-to-back starts in Charlotte's previous two contests, but he's going to be available to make a quick return. Regardless of whether he starts or not, he won't affect many fantasy lineups, as he doesn't contribute much due to the defensive-minded nature of his role.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 3, 2024 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET

Nathan Byrne - Plays full game against FC Cincinnati Byrne recorded five crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Bryne recorded the most crosses in the game and also contributed defensively with two tackles, one interception and one clearance. He has accumulated 13 clearances, nine interceptions and five tackles in just six games this season.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Djibril Diani - Scores against FC Cincinnati Diani scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Diani converted a penalty in the 59th minute. He massively contributed defensively with six tackles and an interception. He has already registered two goal involvements in three games this season and has also accumulated 12 tackles, seven interceptions and two clearances.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kristijan Kahlina - Concedes one against FC Cincinnati Kahlina made four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Kahlina recorded four saves and a clearance but conceded a late goal to Aaron Boupendza. Kahlina has now recorded 12 saves in six games this season, but has conceded five goals.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC leads early, salvages draw against visiting FC Cincinnati in MLS action Djibril Diani scored on a penalty kick in the 60th minute for Charlotte FC, and Kristijan Kahlina had four saves for Charlotte.

MARCH 31, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Stoppage-time goal helps Cincinnati draw with Charlotte Aaron Boupendza scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time as FC Cincinnati rallied for a 1-1 tie with host Charlotte FC on Sa...

MARCH 31, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Stoppage-time goal helps Cincinnati draw with Charlotte Aaron Boupendza scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time as FC Cincinnati rallied for a 1-1 tie with host Charlotte FC on Sa...

MARCH 31, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Boupendza scores late to help Cincinnati earn 1-1 draw with Charlotte Aaron Boupendza scored in the second minute of stoppage time and FC Cincinnati rallied for a 1-1 draw with Charlotte FC

MARCH 31, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Charlotte FC vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions Charlotte FC (2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses) welcomes FC Cincinnati (3-2-0) to Bank of America Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET...

MARCH 30, 2024 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Enzo Copetti - Returns to bench Copetti (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.

Impact Copetti is available off the bench for Saturday's clash. The forward is clearly not fully fit as when fit he's been the preferred choice in the starting XI. With Copetti on the bench it's Patrick Agyemang who gets another start.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus, Nashville face off after humbling losses Defending MLS Cup champion Columbus suffered its first loss of the season last weekend.But it came with an asterisk.The Crew (3-1-1, 10 poin...

MARCH 30, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Defense to be on display when Cincinnati visits Charlotte FC Cincinnati look to remain undefeated when they visit Charlotte FC on Saturday night in a battle of two of the league’s stingiest defenses...

MARCH 30, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Liel Abada - Available for selection Abada is available for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, manager Dean Smith told reporters.

Impact Abada has been out with his international team and getting ready to join the club but he landed in Charlotte and got in training Thursday. The forward likely won't be handed a start during Saturday's clash but he is immediately available for the match in some capacity.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brandt Bronico - Available to play Saturday Bronico (thigh) will be available for selection to face Cincinnati on Saturday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Bronico will give the coaching staff another option in midfield, and his return was somewhat to be expected, as he was spotted training with the rest of the group earlier this week. Bronico was a regular starter in the 2023 season and could contend for a starting role once he's fully fit.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scott Arfield - Ruled out Saturday Arfield (hamstring) will not be available for selection to face Cincinnati on Saturday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Arfield was spotted training away from the group on Thursday, so his absence is unsurprising. His next chance to return will come against New England on April 6, and for what it's worth, manager Dean Smith said he expects the midfielder back in training at some point next week.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Copetti - Will be available vs. Cincinnati Copetti (thigh) will be available for selection to face Cincinnati on Saturday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Copetti's return should give Charlotte a massive boost upfront, and the striker managed to recover far quicker than even the most optimistic predictions. He hasn't played since March 9 during a 1-0 loss to Toronto FC, but it remains to be seen whether he'll move into a starting role right away. Patrick Agyemang has been starting in his place lately.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Copetti - Training with group Thursday Copetti (thigh) was spotted in training ahead of Saturday's match against Cincinnati, according to Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ. However, he's not expected to be an option for that matc...

Impact Copetti continues to progress in training, but the game against Cincinnati might come too soon. If that ends up being the case, then his next chance to play will come against New England on April 6.

MARCH 28, 2024 • 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, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scott Arfield - Trains individually Arfield (undisclosed) is training on the side ahead of Saturday's clash with FC Cincinnati, according to Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.

Impact Arfield lasted just one half on Saturday with an undisclosed injury. He is set to be doubtful for the clash with Cincinnati, especially if the midfielder fails to trains with the group. His absence means that Iuri Tavares is expected to return to the starting XI in the attack, with Charlotte likely to revert to a 4-3-3 formation, with Djibril Diani, Brecht Dejaegere and Ashley Westwood set to start in the midfield.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Copetti - Still not training with team Copetti (thigh) is limited to just side work as he is not expected to be an option for Saturday's match against FC Cincinnati, per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.

Impact Copetti was listed as questionable Saturday, however was not an option and has yet to train with the team, which means he is not expected back for another week or two, at most. Patrick Agyemang is still set to start at forward for Charlotte in his absence, who already has a goal on the campaign.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jere Uronen - Appears off bench Uronen played one minute in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Columbus Crew.

Impact Uronen returned to Charlotte early and was able to appear during Saturday's win over Columbus. He had started four of the five matches played, recording an assist with aa crosses (three won), 10 tackles, eight interceptions and seven clearances.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 25, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM