Charlotte FC Team News - Soccer

LA Galaxy vs. Charlotte FC | Full Match Highlights | Klauss BRACE!

3 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

João Klauss, Lucas Sanabria spark Galaxy to 3-0 victory over Charlotte

João Klauss scored two goals two minutes apart in the first 13 minutes — after a score by Lucas Sanabria — and the Los Angeles Galaxy cruised to a 3-0 victory over Charlotte FC

4 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Deadspin | Galaxy aim for improved offense against Charlotte FC Deadspin | Galaxy aim for improved offense against Charlotte FC

19 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

LA Galaxy v Charlotte FC: Vanney defends players amid packed schedule After both being held in their opening MLS games, the LA Galaxy and Charlotte FC meet at Dignity Health Sports Park on Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Henry Kessler - Out another game, should train soon Kessler (hamstring) is unavailable for the weekend's visit to LA Galaxy, but coach dean Smith hopes to have him back in training soon, Carroll Walton of The Charlotte Ledger report...

Impact Kessler might be able to make his 2026 season debut in March after missing the initial couple of games due to the injury. His return could give the team a huge boost in the back line, considering he made more than five clearances in 10 of his 15 starts last season when he played for St. Louis. As soon as he's healthy, Kessler will challenge Tim Ream and Andrew Privett for minutes in center-back roles.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pep Biel - Scores late equalizer Saturday Biel scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Biel took advantage of a clever through ball from Wilfried Zaha to even the score late in the second half. The Spaniard was Charlotte's best player in 2025 after racking up 21 goal contributions (10 goals, 11 assists), and he figures to have that role again in 2026. His partnership with Zaha in the final third will be clutch for Charlotte's chances of having a successful season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Zaha - Credited with assist in draw Zaha assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus St. Louis City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 71st minute.

Impact Zaha's vision is a plus at the MLS level, and he delivered an impressive through ball that allowed Pep Biel to score a late equalizer for Charlotte. He registered 15 goal contributions for Charlotte in 2025, with 10 goals and five assists, and he figures to be a key player once again. He was heavily involved in this season opener.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Privett - Busy defensively in draw Privett registered two tackles (one won) and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against St. Louis City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7th minute.

Impact Charlotte looked completely overmatched throughout the game, but Privett was a solid presence at the back and registered solid numbers, highlighted by a game-high nine clearances. Look for Privett to be a regular starter at center-back for Charlotte as long as he stays healthy.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kristijan Kahlina - Beaten once in Saturday's draw Kahlina made 10 saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Kahlina was tested early and often in this match, but he was the main reason Charlotte FC escaped with a draw, since St. Louis City SC were the better side all around. It'd be a stretch to blame Kahlina for the goal he conceded, as it was basically a one-on-one situation against a proven goalscorer like Marcel Hartel. Kahlina will aim to clinch his first win of the season when facing the Galaxy on the road on Saturday, Feb. 28.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

St. Louis CITY SC vs. Charlotte FC | Full Match Highlights | FIRST GOALS of the 2026 Season!

FEBRUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

Hartel, Biel score as St. Louis, Charlotte draw 1-1 in opener

Marcel Hartel scored in the 60th minute and Pep Biel equalized in the 73rd as St. Louis City SC and Charlotte FC opened the MLS season with a 1-1 draw on Saturday

FEBRUARY 21 • Associated Press

New MLS Kit Power Rankings: Alexi Lalas' Top Five Jerseys of the 2026 Season

Ranking the five best new MLS kits, according to FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas.

FEBRUARY 21 • FOX SPORTS

New MLS Kit Power Rankings: Alexi Lalas' Top Five Jerseys of the 2026 Season

Kerwin Vargas - Not on injury report Vargas (concussion) has been cleared to play after being left out of the MLS injury report Friday.

Impact Vargas spent some time in concussion protocol but could feature in the 2026 season kickoff in St. Louis. Last year, he was active as an offensive contributor and established himself in the starting lineup towards the end of the campaign. He'll have a chance to retain his spot on the right flank and aim to improve on his 2025 totals of six goals and three assists.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Henry Kessler - Out Saturday Kessler is dealing with a lower body injury that will prevent him from playing in Saturday's game against St. Louis.

Impact Kessler will miss his first chance to play for Charlotte as he won't face his former club in the opening weekend. The defender will continue to work on his recovery while Tim Ream and Andrew Privett get increased responsibilities in the middle of the back line.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Under new leadership, St. Louis City focus on Charlotte FC Deadspin | Under new leadership, St. Louis City focus on Charlotte FC

FEBRUARY 20 • DEADSPIN.COM

St. Louis CITY SC 2026 Season Preview | MLSSoccer.com 2026 Schedule - First game/Home opener: Feb. 21 - 2:30 pm ET vs. Charlotte FC - Full schedule - Watch on Apple TV

FEBRUARY 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kerwin Vargas - In concussion protocol Vargas is in concussion protocol but is expected to train Wednesday, according to Carroll Walton of the Charlotte Ledger.

Impact Vargas is now in protocol after a knock to the head earlier in the week, but does not appear to be set to miss any time, with a return to training likely coming Wednesday. This will be something to watch after starting in 22 of his 37 appearances last season, set for a decent role after his six goals and three assists.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

Reading. A data diary. Yoga. How MLS players eyeing a World Cup spot for the USA are trying to stay ready.

FEBRUARY 11 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

MLS Kits Revealed! Grateful Dead, America's Birthday Help Inspire Jersey Designs

The season's new MLS kits include new sharp designs to lean into each team's local identity and culture.

FEBRUARY 10 • FOX SPORTS

MLS Kits Revealed! Grateful Dead, America's Birthday Help Inspire Jersey Designs

Charlotte FC unveil the Carolina Kit: Crowns Up | MLSSoccer.com Charlotte FC have unveiled their primary jersey ahead of the 2026 MLS season, the Carolina Kit: Crowns Up by adidas.

FEBRUARY 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Red Bull New York trade Wiki Carmona to CF Montréal for Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - RBNY receive: Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty - MTL receive: Wiki Carmona Red Bull New York have acquired defender...

FEBRUARY 9 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Isaac Walker - Signs new deal with Charlotte Walker has signed a first-team contract with Charlotte FC through the 2026 campaign after spending the previous season at MLS Next Pro side Crown Legacy, the team announced Friday.

Impact Walker gives Charlotte a third goalkeeper option in addition to Kristijan Kahlina and Tyler Miller. The 25-year-old is still unlikely to play in the top division but will be one step closer to first-team action in upcoming competitions. He previously averaged 3.2 saves and 1.8 goals conceded per game with the reserve squad.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC sign defender Henry Kessler | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Charlotte FC have signed defender Henry Kessler via free agency, the club announced Thursday. Kessler is un...

JANUARY 29 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Henry Kessler - Joining Charlotte Kessler signed a one-year contract with Charlotte FC on Thursday. The deal includes club options for June 2027 and the 2027/28 MLS season.

Impact Kessler was discussing a potential return to St. Louis City SC, but in the end, he decided to sign with Charlotte instead, in a deal that could be a two-and-a-half-year contract if all the contract options are accepted. Kessler started in 15 of his 17 appearances with St. Louis in 2025, and he figures to have a steady role with Charlotte as well.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Pep Biel - Fully fit, managed carefully Biel (knee) is fully fit to play but is carefully managed by the coaching staff during the pre-season, coach Dean Smith said to the media, according to Carroll R. Walton from The C...

Impact Biel was struggling with a few injuries last season and is carefully managed by the staff during the pre-season ahead of the 2026 MLS campaign. The playmaker missed Friday's friendly against Charleston as a precaution, although he has fully recovered from his knee injury and is fully fit to play. Biel is expected to regain his undisputed starter role as the number 10 of the Crown heading into 2026.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

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João Klauss, Lucas Sanabria spark Galaxy to 3-0 victory over Charlotte

Hartel, Biel score as St. Louis, Charlotte draw 1-1 in opener

New MLS Kit Power Rankings: Alexi Lalas' Top Five Jerseys of the 2026 Season

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

MLS Kits Revealed! Grateful Dead, America's Birthday Help Inspire Jersey Designs