Charlotte

Charlotte FC is keen to perpetuate their stellar performance as they play host to Orlando City, currently grappling with their position near the tail end of the Eastern Conference standings. Dean Smith is set to capitalize on the expertise of ex-Orlando City ace Junior Orso, now with Charlotte FC, in their upcoming MLS clash on Thursday. Encapsulated by the wisdom Orso brings, Charlotte's head coach Smith noted, “His deep-rooted understanding about Orlando's tactics can significantly sway the odds in our favor.” About his…

Troy Lesesne exudes confidence that D.C. United can conquer the formidable Charlotte FC this Saturday. Despite a series of five winless games, D.C. rallied from a 2-0 deficit to clinch a draw against Toronto FC prior to the break. Occupying the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference with 19 points, Lesesne trusts in his roster's potential to break the streak. "Our focus is on the challenge Charlotte presents," Lesesne stated. "It’s a vibrant atmosphere there, but I believe we have what it takes to compete and possibly secure…

The upcoming game between Atlanta United and Charlotte FC is the highlight of the MLS weekend at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday. Gonzalo Pineda is banking on Atlanta United's recent victory over Inter Miami to be a turning point before facing Charlotte FC this weekend. Atlanta's win against Miami ended a nine-game streak without a win, bringing them closer to the playoff spots, which is a positive sign for Pineda. Pineda expressed his desire to use the win as motivation for the team, aiming to build on this success…

Charlotte FC's red-hot defensive team is ready to block the Philadelphia Union on Saturday. Dean Smith gifts wine for clean sheets, motivating Nathan Byrne for more. Charlotte boasts four clean sheets, drawing the LA Galaxy last, with wins over Portland, Nashville, and Chicago. Smith rewards shutouts with wine, motivating Byrne and the team. Consistency and teamwork lead to clean sheets and good results, boosting confidence. Charlotte sits at sixth in the Eastern Conference standings, four points ahead of Philadelphia. The…

This weekend, Charlotte FC will aim for their fourth consecutive victory when they face off against the LA Galaxy. Dean Smith hopes his team can capitalize on their recent 1-0 win against the Chicago Fire. In a narrow match, Ashley Westwood scored the winning goal for Charlotte against the Fire. The three-match winning streak has propelled them to fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Smith acknowledged the team's strong mentality despite the lackluster game. On the other hand, the LA Galaxy drew 2-2 against Minnesota…

Charlotte FC manager, Dean Smith, is eager for his team to secure their first away victory in the MLS this season when they face the Chicago Fire. Smith attributes the difference in performance between home and away games to mentality rather than any significant factor. He believes that mindset plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of matches. Despite the challenges of playing away from home, Smith is optimistic about their chances and believes that with the right attitude, they can secure a win on the road.…

South Africa celebrates 150th anniversary of Charlotte Maxeke's birth. Born 1871 and died 1939. She is sometimes considered "the mother of black freedom". This woman fought to defend minorities in the early 20th century. She was one of the founding members of the current presidential party, the ANC, at a congress in 1912. While the struggle against apartheid between 1949 and 1994 dominated the national…