JUNE 11, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
CHARLOTTE FC 14-9-11 · 5TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
14-9-11 · 5TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
Charlotte FC shows its promise — and some shortcomings — in draw to Seattle “To go three times behind and then to come back three times, I think it showed a lot of character.”
Charlotte FC vs. Seattle Sounders FC
JUNE 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Raul Ruidiaz (2 goals), Sounders play to draw with Charlotte Raul Ruidiaz scored two goals for the Seattle Sounders, but host Charlotte FC matched each of their opponent’s scores in a 3-3 draw Saturday...
JUNE 11, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Adilson Malanda - Starting Saturday Malanda (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Seattle.
Impact Malanda is back in the starting XI after being removed from the injury report. The defender missed a single match but now returns to a nearly guaranteed role in the starting XI and a major chance to play 90 minutes.
JUNE 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sounders, Charlotte FC both looking for turnarounds The Seattle Sounders have demonstrated the ability to string together offensive sequences.
JUNE 9, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
Charlotte FC faces the Seattle Sounders in non-conference action
Charlotte FC hosts the Seattle Sounders in non-conference actionJUNE 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adilson Malanda - Not on injury report Malanda (hamstring) is not listed in Charlotte's availability report heading into Saturday's clash against the Sounders.
Impact Malanda was not involved in last weekend's loss to Columbus reportedly due to a hamstring issue, but he's not carrying an injury designation into Saturday and was at least seen training in some capacity with his teammates this week.
JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Enzo Copetti - Upgraded to questionable Copetti (hamstring) was seen training in some capacity with his teammates this week and is listed as questionable in Charlotte's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Soun...
Impact Copetti has missed his side's last three league games with a hamstring injury he suffered in May, but he seems to be making progress with his recovery and could be in contention to be selected against Seattle this weekend.
JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Messi signs with Inter Miami FC. When could soccer fans see him play Charlotte FC? Charlotte FC fans could see one of the greatest ever at Bank of America Stadium later this season.
JUNE 7, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Adilson Malanda - Out with hamstring injury Malanda missed Saturday's defeat against the Crew with a hamstring injury, according to team reporter Carroll Walton before the game.
Impact Malanda had started every league game this season prior to this weekend, but he wasn't involved against Columbus due to a hamstring issue. Jan Sobocinski replaced him alongside Bill Tuiloma in central defense for the match, but Guzman Corujo could also be an option in the position moving forward.
JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ashley Westwood - Assists in loss at Columbus Westwood assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Columbus Crew.
Impact Westwood recorded his second assist of the season Saturday, as he found Karol Swiderski in the 56th minute to cut the lead to 3-1. He created four chances in the match to go with two crosses (one accurate), one corner and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Justin Meram - Scores in loss at Columbus Meram scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-2 defeat versus Columbus Crew.
Impact Meram scored his third goal of the season Saturday, an unassisted strike in the 58th minute to cut the lead to 3-2. It was the only shot he took in the match to go with one chance created, three inaccurate crosses and two corners
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Karol Swiderski - Scores in loss Swiderski scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 4-2 defeat against Columbus Crew.
Impact Swiderski scored his team's first goal Saturday, a 56th minute strike assisted by Ashley Westwood to cut the lead to 3-1. He finished the match with three shots (two on target), one drawn foul and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kristijan Kahlina - Concedes four in loss Kahlina had three saves and allowed four goals in Sunday's 4-2 defeat versus Columbus Crew.
Impact Kahlina conceded four goals Saturday, his most in a match this season. He made three saves and two clearances as well against the highest scoring team in the MLS. He faces an easier matchup next Saturday versus Seattle, a side which has scored 21 goals in 17 league matches this season.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ramírez, Hernández lead Crew to 4-2 victory over Charlotte
Christian Ramírez scored in each half, Cucho Hernández added a goal and an assist and the Columbus Crew doubled up Charlotte FC 4-2JUNE 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Christian Ramirez, Columbus double up Charlotte Christian Ramirez scored twice and had an assist as the host Columbus Crew held off Charlotte FC 4-2 on Saturday.
JUNE 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC match enters weather delay | MLSSoccer.com The Saturday evening match between Columbus Crew and Charlotte FC will have a delayed start due to inclement weather near Lower.com Field. B...
JUNE 3, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Crew, Charlotte FC meet after busy May Lucas Zelarayan will look to continue his surge for the Columbus Crew when they host Charlotte FC on Saturday.
JUNE 3, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
McKinze Gaines - Available off bench Gaines (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Columbus.
Impact Gaines returns to the bench Saturday after spending four matches on the injured list. The midfielder made just two starts in five matches before the injury but is now an option once more. Justin Meram and Kerwin Vargas get the start on the wings with Gaines on the bench.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Benjamin Bender - Active on bench Bender (lower leg) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Columbus.
Impact Bender returns to the bench after four matches on the sideline. The midfielder was largely playing a depth role off the bench before the injury and isn't likely to find major playing time. Bender has scored and assisted once in three starts in MLS.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Enzo Copetti - Remains out against Columbus Copetti (hamstring) is still out for Saturday's clash against the Crew, according to Charlotte's injury report.
Impact Copetti is set to miss a third consecutive league game with this hamstring injury at the weekend. Charlotte is being cautious with his return so as to not risk further injury.
JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Columbus Crew host Charlotte FC in Eastern Conference action
The Columbus Crew and Charlotte FC square off in Eastern Conference playJUNE 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adilson Malanda - Six clearances in loss Malanda made a block, six clearances and two interceptions in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against the Union. He also won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Malanda has started all 16 of Charlotte's league games this season mostly in central defense, but the return of Guzman Corujo from a torn ACL could mean there's a challenger for his spot in the XI.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Guzman Corujo Briccola - Takes shot in season debut Corujo subbed into Wednesday's match against the Union in the 60th minute, making a block, a clearance, taking a shot and winning two of two tackles in the 1-0 defeat.
Impact Corujo made his first appearance in almost 10 months Wednesday after tearing his ACL last August. He had started all 24 of Charlotte's league matches in central defense last season prior to his injury, and should once again challenge for a spot in the XI once he's back up to full fitness.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Harrison Afful - Creates chance in loss Afful made a clearance, an interception and created a chance in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against the Union.
Impact Afful has started back-to-back matches at left-back after a period on the bench earlier in May. He's recorded one assist from seven chances created overall this season.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
