FEBRUARY 26, 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 opens MLS season with Anton Walkes never too far away Anton Walkes, Charlotte FC’s 25-year-old smiley defender, passed away during the preseason: “We will hold Anton in our hearts forever.”
Everything was there for Charlotte FC in its first 2023 match — except for one thing In front of a home crowd of 69,345, Charlotte FC lost its first match of 2023, 1-0, to the New England Revolution on Saturday night.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Brandt Bronico - Six crosses on day Bronico generated six crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus New England Revolution.
Impact Bronico almost totaled his season high of crosses from last year, bagging in six in just the first match of the season. He will continue to play as either a center defensive, or just a center midfielder, giving him the chance to tally more crosses as well as tackles. In 2022, he won 70% of his tackles attempted, but will have to be careful with fouls after producing seven yellow cards last season.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ashley Westwood - 12 crosses in debut Westwood had 12 crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to New England Revolution.
Impact Westwood was upstanding in his debut for the club, taking responsibility of the corner kicks while sending in 12 crosses against New England. He signed to the club from Championship side Burnley, but has not played since April due to injury. He will bring experience and skill to the club, where he already showed what he is capable of during his first game, securing a starting role this campaign moving forward.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joseph Mora - Sends seven crosses Mora had seven crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus New England Revolution.
Impact Mora got the start at left back while contributing to the offense with even crosses against New England. He has secured a starting role over Harrison Afful after averaging 2.2 crosses a match in 2022.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pablo Sisniega - Concedes late goal Sisniega recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss against New England Revolution.
Impact Sisniega started off the season with four huge saves, however he allowed a late goal to Henry Kessler that ruined the clean sheet Saturday. He won the starting goalkeeper role for 2023 over Kristijan Kahlina, however will have to make sure he keeps form or he will see himself on the bench again. The 27-year-old will head to St. Louis next match, who have scored three goals in their last game.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kessler's late goal lifts Revolution over Charlotte 1-0
Henry Kessler scored in the 89th minute and Djordje Petrovic made four saves to lead the New England Revolution to a 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC in a season openerFEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Charlotte FC vs. New England live updates: Kahlina out with injury, Copetti makes debut Stay up-to-date on the latest from Bank of America Stadium on Saturday night.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Revolution Lineup Notes | February 25 at Charlotte FC | New England Revolution CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The New England Revolution open the 2023 MLS regular season tonight at Charlotte FC. The opening match of the season kicks...
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET
The Charlotte FC players you need to know ahead of the season's first match Charlotte FC had a transformational offseason. But a lot of the players that made 2022 special will return in 2023.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Charlotte FC season is here! How to watch, stream, buy tickets for MLS opener Charlotte FC delivered one of the best match-day experiences in MLS last year. Here’s how you can be a part of it as team opens the season S...
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Charlotte FC sign three SuperDraft selections before 2023 season | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signings Charlotte FC have signed three 2023 MLS SuperDraft presented by adidas selections – forward Patrick Agyema...
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Preview | Revs kick off 2023 season on the road Saturday night at Charlotte FC | New England Revolution MLS Regular Season | Match #1 New England Revolution at Charlotte FC Saturday, February 25 | 7:30 p.m. ET Bank of America Stadium | Charlott...
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET
Charlotte FC and the New England Revolution face off for season opener
Charlotte FC faces off against the New England Revolution at home for the season openerFEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adam Armour - Opens season on sideline Armour (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash with New England, according to the Charlotte injury report.
Impact Armour will be sidelined for Saturday's clash with New England due to a knee injury. The defender was dealing with the knee injury at the end of 2022 and despite making a return to training in pre-season, won't be fit for the season opener.
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kristijan Kahlina - Ruled out against New England Kahlina (back) is listed as out on the Charlotte injury report for Saturday's clash with New England.
Impact Kahlina is ruled out for Saturday's season opener, as he deals with a back injury. The goalkeeper was able to make a return to training before Saturday's clash, indicating a possible return for a Mar. 4 trip to St. Louis.
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Vinicius Mello - Out for opener Mello (chest) is out for Saturday's clash with New England, according to the Charlotte injury report.
Impact Mello will be sidelined for the season opener with a chest opener. The details about the injury are uncertain but the forward was never likely to be a major contributor with Karol Swiderski and Enzo Copetti set to lead the line.
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
What is Crown Legacy? It's what gives Charlotte FC roster options it's never had before Crown Legacy offers Charlotte FC myriad possibilities as the season nears.
FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Adam Armour - Pictured in training Armour (knee) was seen training with Charlotte FC on Tuesday.
Impact Armour only featured five times in his rookie season in MLS before suffering a meniscus injury in April that sidelined him for the rest of the campaign. He will just hope to regain fitness and availability in 2023.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kristijan Kahlina - Pictured in training Kahlina (back) was seen training with Charlotte FC on Tuesday. His status for Saturday's opening game against the Revolution is uncertain.
Impact Kahlina hasn't featured at all in preseason after undergoing a back surgery in mid-January. He seems doubtful to be ready by the weekend, in which case Pablo Sisniega would be the starting goalkeeper until Kahlina is fit enough to return.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY GUIDE | Revs at Charlotte FC (February 25, 2023) | New England Revolution THE BASICS New England Revolution at Charlotte FC Saturday, February 25 | 7:30 p.m. ET Bank of America Stadium | Charlotte, N.C. Predicted W...
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • REVOLUTIONSOCCER.NET
Ashley Westwood - Goes 90 minutes in friendly Westwood (ankle) played 90 minutes during a friendly clash with Birmingham Legion.
Impact Westwood was able to go a full 90 in the final pre-season friendly and should be an option for the opening day clash with New England. The midfielder projects to see consistent playing time in Charlotte, with a possible role on set-pieces if he can stay healthy.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Bill Tuiloma - Dealt to Charlotte Tuiloma was dealt to Charlotte in return for up to $900,000 in GAM.
Impact Tuiloma is headed to Charlotte where he will likely slot straight into the starting XI. The defender made 24 starts and 30 appearances for Portland last time out, establishing himself as a true first choice left-back.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Charlotte FC ends preseason on a high note by defeating USL's Birmingham Legion Charlotte FC closed out preseason play with a 3-2 win against Birmingham Legion of the USL at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday.
FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Charlotte FC exercise offseason buyout on Yordy Reyna | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Buyout Charlotte FC have exercised their offseason buyout on Peruvian international winger Yordy Reyna, the club an...
FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
