Charlotte FC Team News - Soccer

Kristijan Kahlina - Brilliant despite loss Kahlina had eight saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Kahlina was playing a man down and under siege for most of Saturday's loss, and still turned in a brilliant performance. He stopped eight of the nine shots he faced during the defeat. He was excellent in net and really deserved more. Unfortunately a single goal means he's left with the defeat.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Djibril Diani - Creates two chances Diani recorded two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Diani created a pair of chances during Saturday's loss, a nice showing individually during a frustrating loss. The midfielder nearly provided an assist for what would have been the equalizer, but couldn't connect. He will have an extended rest before returning against Dallas.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Allan Saint-Maximin - Busy in loss Saint-Maximin registered four shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a y...

Impact Saint-Maximin did everything during Saturday's loss, he took four shots and created four chances and it just wasn't enough to earn the draw. The volume was tremendous, and in the context of Charlotte being down a man, it's even more exceptional. Saint-Maximin should be consistently productive as long as he can keep that volume up.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC vs. Chicago Fire FC | Full Match Highlights | BIG-TIME GOAL-LINE CLEARANCE!

1 DAY AGO • YOUTUBE

Johan Gómez, Josh Cohen help Fire finish season sweep of Charlotte with 1-0 victory

Johan Gómez scored his first career goal in the second half to back a clean sheet from Josh Cohen in his first start for Chicago, and the Fire finished a season sweep of Charlotte...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Tim Ream - Sent off in defeat Ream has earned a one-game suspension after receiving a red card in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chicago Fire.

Impact Ream put a frustrating end to his quiet performance as he saw two late yellow cards for a foul and subsequent argument in stoppage time against Chicago. The central defender must now serve his ban in the upcoming match against Dallas after the break and may be back in contention to face Columbus Crew. It will be the first time Charlotte lose him since Aug. 1, and his exclusion could allow Morrison Agyemang to rejoin Henry Kessler in the middle of the back line.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Archie Goodwin - Forced off against Chicago Goodwin was helped off the pitch after suffering an apparently serious issue during Saturday's clash against Chicago Fire.

Impact Goodwin's situation is now a significant concern given that he was unable to put weight on his right foot following an apparent non-contact injury early in the second half of the weekend game. The young striker was filling in for the absent Idan Toklomati (international duty), who will likely bounce back to a starting spot if the severity of Goodwin's problem is confirmed.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brandt Bronico - Fit for bench role Saturday Bronico (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Bronico has avoided an absence after being questionable during the week, but he's likely available for only a few minutes in the second half, with Luca de la Torre starting instead. The experienced midfielder will serve as a versatile central option capable of creating offensive play while contributing to ball recovery. However, his lone direct involvement in the league campaign so far is a goal he scored on Aug. 15.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brandt Bronico - Uncertain with lower body concern Bronico has sustained a lower body issue that could force him to miss upcoming fixtures, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Bronico has been a rotation option in Charlotte's central midfield, and his lower body concern on a week where the club is also missing several players to international duty could open a path for the available alternatives. Luca de la Torre would be the natural option to fill in alongside Ashley Westwood and Djibril Diani if Bronico is not fully fit. However, the extent of a potential absence in unknown for the time being.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Allan Saint-Maximin's "magic" raises the bar for Charlotte FC | MLSSoccer.com “Electric.” “Devastating.” “I wouldn't say there's a better player one-v-one from an attacking perspective than Maxi in world football.”

3 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Charlotte FC plays the Chicago Fire in conference matchup

Charlotte FC hosts the Chicago Fire in a conference matchup

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Allan Saint-Maximin & Charlotte FC face Chicago Fire challenge | MLSSoccer.com Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs implications are at stake when Charlotte FC host Chicago Fire FC for Matchday 28's Walmart Saturday Showdown.

4 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kristijan Kahlina - Records season high 10 saves Kahlina recorded 10 saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against D.C. United.

Impact Kahlina made 10 saves in Charlotte's away win over D.C. United to match the season high he set in the opener, and five of those stops came from shots inside the box. An error from the goalkeeper led to the D.C. goal, but the hosts kept him busy for long spells and he stood up to the pressure well as Charlotte extended their unbeaten run. He now has 20 saves across his last three games, in which he has conceded five without keeping a clean sheet, and he faces Chicago Fire on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ashley Westwood - Goal and assist in return Westwood scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute...

Impact Westwood marked his return from a two game ban with his most productive attacking outing of the season in Charlotte's narrow win at D.C. United. The midfielder opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a first time strike from the edge of the box into the top corner and then turned provider for Allan Saint Maximin's first goal for the club, which proved to be the winner. He added one more shot and one more chance created, and he chipped in out of possession with one interception, one block and three clearances as Charlotte held firm under heavy pressure to stretch their unbeaten run.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Allan Saint-Maximin - Scores first MLS goal Saint-Maximin scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against D.C. United.

Impact Saint-Maximin finally got off the mark for Charlotte, and he picked a good moment with the winner at D.C. United on a night when his side had to ride out plenty of pressure. The Frenchman had two assists to his name before this one, and he found the net from a tight angle while also sending in a season high eight crosses and playing a part in four of Charlotte's 10 shots with three attempts and one chance created. He has started six straight games and put up at least two shots in each of his last three.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Liel Abada - Will represent Isreal Abada has been called up by Isreal for the four matches during the September-October international break and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Chicago.

Impact Abada has been an undisputed starter on the right wing for Charlotte this season, scoring five goals and assisting five times as well, but will miss the match against Chicago on Saturday due to the call up. He should return in time to face Dallas on October 10. With both Rodolfo Aloko and Abada ruled out, coach Dean Smith will have to find solutions for his right wing against Chicago.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Rodolfo Aloko - Heading out with NT Aloko has been called up by Benin for both matches against Burkina Faso and Mauritania during the September-October international break and will therefore miss Saturday's clash aga...

Impact Aloko has been a bench option mainly this season in Charlotte's attack but will miss Saturday's match against Chicago. He should return in time to face Dallas on October 10. His absence will not force a change in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Harry Toffolo - Logs 21 minutes in return Toffolo (hamstring) made one clearance in 21 minutes of play during Saturday's 2-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Toffolo was not expected to see action yet but ultimately came on for David Schnegg when his team needed fresh legs on the left flank. The experienced defender made his first league appearance since Aug. 1 after struggling to return from a muscle problem. He could now have reasonable chances to challenge Schnegg for playing time, retaining creative upside in addition to his defensive work if given meaningful opportunities.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Allan Saint-Maximin opens Charlotte FC account in style | MLSSoccer.com Allan Saint-Maximin is off and running.

SEPTEMBER 20 • MLSSOCCER.COM

D.C. United vs. Charlotte FC | Full Match Highlights | Westwood BANGER!

SEPTEMBER 20 • YOUTUBE

Ashley Westwood has goal, assist as Charlotte beats DC United 2-1 to extend unbeaten streak to 8

Ashley Westwood had a goal and an assist following a one-match suspension and Charlotte FC completed a season sweep of D.C. United with a 2-1 victory, extending its unbeaten streak...

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

D.C. United takes on Charlotte FC in conference play

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SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Archie Goodwin - Available vs. D.C. United Goodwin (hip) will be available for Saturday's game against D.C. United, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact Smith revealed that Harry Toffolo (hamstring) likely won't be an option Saturday, but he also said all the other players are available, meaning Goodwin should see minutes if the coaching staff decides so. Goodwin suffered an injury earlier this month against CF Montreal, but even when he's cleared to return, he shouldn't have much fantasy appeal. He's made just three starts in 2026 and has scored once in 22 league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Harry Toffolo - Won't play vs. D.C. United Toffolo (hamstring) is back in training but won't be an option for Saturday's game against D.C. United, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact Smith said the left-back is targeting a return against Chicago Fire on Saturday, Sept. 26, instead of playing on the road against D.C. United. Toffolo has been sidelined since Aug. 2, but when fit, he's been the team's first-choice left-back. He's expected to return to his regular starting role once he's deemed fit.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Harry Toffolo - Starts to train fully Toffolo (hamstring) is back in full training for the second straight week, according to Will Palaszczuk.

Impact Toffolo has been dealing with a hamstring injury over the past month and is nearing a return to action, as the defender has fully trained for a second straight week. This is huge news for the club, as he is their starting left-back when fit, although he has missed 12 games so far this season due to injury. There is now a chance he is ready for play, but the question remains how quickly they will get him back into action.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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