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Harry Toffolo - Credited with assist in win Toffolo assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 win against Philadelphia Union. He also added three clearances and two tackles.

Impact Toffolo was active as a defensive presence but made most of his fantasy value as an attacking threat. His perfect cross allowed Kerwin Vargas to double Charlotte's advantage late in the second half. Toffolo only started twice in the regular season, however, so he doesn't figure to play a big role in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kristijan Kahlina - Keeps clean sheet Saturday Kahlina had five saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Kahlina was busy throughout the game but responded every time he was needed to close out the regular season in style. Kahlina ends the regular season with back-to-back clean sheets and three shutouts in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfred Zaha LOSES his MIND - Will miss playoff match | DOGSO in Vancouver | Instant Replay

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • YOUTUBE

'Red Mist'—Wilfried Zaha's Fire Comes With Costly Playoff Consequence for Charlotte FC The winger will miss Game 1 against New York City FC after a late red card on Decision Day.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • SI.COM

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OCTOBER 19, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

WATCH: Charlotte FC clinch home-field advantage in Round One | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Charlotte FC's win vs. Philadelphia Union marred by Wilfried Zaha's red card Wilfried Zaha scored his 10th goal of the season but received a late card that carries playoff implications, marring Charlotte FC's 2-0 vict...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Charlotte FC vs. Philadelphia Union | Full Match Highlights

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Charlotte FC beats the Union 2-0 to clinch a top 4 seed in the playoffs

Wilfried Zaha and Kerwin Vargas scored six-minutes apart in the first half, Kristijan Kahlina recorded his 12th clean sheet of the season, and Charlotte FC beat the Philadelphia Un...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Wilfried Zaha - Scores, gets sent off in win Zaha scored a goal and received a red card during Saturday's 2-0 win over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Zaha opened the scoring via a nice finish with the outside of the foot in the 24th minute but was shown a second yellow card for an off-the-ball action in the final stages of the match. The star attacker will serve suspension in the opening game of the playoffs against New York City FC, after which he could return, but the loss will be a problem for his team in that clash. Both Kerwin Vargas and Liel Abada might be the top winger options on the squad while Zaha is banned.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Union playing for history, momentum in finale at Charlotte Alejandro Bedoya think it’s great that the Union won the Supporters’ Shield, “but I really want that freaking cup.” The MLS Cup that is. Tha...

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Charlotte's goal vs. Union: Wrap up home field for playoffs Charlotte FC will look to guarantee a top four seed and home field advantage in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series when the...

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Philadelphia Union bring shutout streak into matchup with Charlotte FC

The Philadelphia Union head into a matchup against Charlotte FC after securing three straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Charlotte FC v Philadelphia Union: Carnell aiming for 'historic' regular-season finish The Philadelphia Union are looking to complete their successful regular-season with a victory on the road against Charlotte FC.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Pep Biel - Season over Biel (knee) is done for the season, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact Biel won't be back this season after a knee injury has gotten worse in recent weeks. Biel finishes his first full MLS season with 10 goals and 11 assists, making him one of the most productive players in Charlotte. The winger will hope to be fit and available when the 2026 campaign kicks off, though there's no timeline on his return at the moment.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC vs. Philadelphia Union: How to watch, stream Decision Day match | MLSSoccer.com Charlotte FC host the Philadelphia Union on Saturday in a pivotal Decision Day clash that can change the Eastern Conference landscape in the...

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Pep Biel - Missing from training Biel (knee) is not in training Wednesday, according to Carroll Walton of the Charlotte Ledger.

Impact Biel was training last week but has had to stop this week, with the midfielder not out with the rest of his team due to ongoing injuries. It is unknown if the club is being cautious ahead of the playoffs, not risking him in their regular-season finale. That said, he seems likely to miss out if this trend continues into Saturday, hoping to then recover for the playoffs.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Harry Toffolo - Trains with group Toffolo (hamstring) was involved in team training Wednesday, according to Carroll Walton of the Charlotte Ledger.

Impact Toffolo was trending towards a return this week and is still on track for that, with the defender fit enough to join the group for training. He was expected to be an option for their season finale when facing Philly, and that appears to be coming to fruition, hoping to earn the starting role he is expected to hold, immediately once fit.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Petkovic - Not training Wednesday Petkovic was absent from training Wednesday, according to Will Palaszczuk of the Charlotte media team.

Impact Petkovic looks to be dealing with some sort of injury as the club returns from the international break, as the midfielder is not in training Wednesday. This is a rough turn for the player, as he started in their last match and could now be dealing with an injury. He will hope to be fit for their season finale on Saturday, although the club will prioritize keeping him fit for the playoffs.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Petkovic - Grabs assist in win Petkovic had one assist and one shot on target in Saturday's 1-0 win against D.C.

Impact Petkovic who was making his first start since returning from a knee injury, logged 74 minutes and made the most of it. He set up Wilfried Zaha with a beautiful crosser in the 33rd minute for the only goal of the match. Look for the midfielders minutes to increase as the season winds down and playoffs begin.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kristijan Kahlina - Clean sheet vs D.C. Kahlina made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win against D.C.

Impact Kahlina bounced back in a massive way on Saturday. Fresh off his worst performance of the season where he allowed four goals, he looked much more like himself in this one with the goalkeeper stopping all three shots he faced to secure the clean sheet and win over D.C. That makes it six clean sheets in his last nine matches, he has been a massive part of Charlottes' season and one of the main reasons they are playoff bound. Kahlina will look to keep the momentum going Saturday against Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Zaha - Scores goal in win Zaha scored one goal on three shots (one on target) and added one tackle in Saturday's 1-0 win over D.C.

Impact Zaha appears to be rounding into form, his 33rd minute strike was his second goal in as many matches after going goal-less in his previous five. His three shot attempts were also his highest since July. Zaha will look to keep the good times rolling in Charlottes' last regular season match Saturday VS Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ashley Westwood - No longer banned Westwood has served his suspension and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Westwood was banned from the club's last match due to yellow card accumulation, but is available once again after only a game missed. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter and should return to that role, starting in all 31 appearances this season while recording one goal and four assists.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adilson Malanda - Returns from suspension Malanda has served his ban and is an option moving forward.

Impact Malanda was suspended last match after denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity, but is back in the saddle moving forward, an option for the season finale. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter, starting in all 32 appearances this season, a mainstay in the defense.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brandt Bronico - Ban over Bronico is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Bronico has ended his ban after picking up a 10th yellow card of the season last outing, with the midfielder available for action moving forward. He started in nine straight games before his suspension and will hope to return to that role, bagging two goals and three assists in 30 appearances (27 starts) this season.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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