New York Red Bulls 2 vs. Charlotte FC 0
Harrison, N.J. — (October, 9,2022) Charlotte FC’s inaugural season will end on Sunday, as a 2-2 draw against Columbus on Wednesday eliminated them from playoff contention. Had Charlotte won that match, they would be coming to Red Bull Arena with the pressure of a must-win situation.
The last home clean sheet for the Red Bulls came in the U.S. Open Cup in a 3-0 victory over NYCFC in June.
Shoring up the defense and keeping a Charlotte attack, who has scored seven goals in their last three matches, at bay will be one of the keys to ending the regular season on a high note.
A win would guarantee New York’s first home playoff match since 2018. A tie or loss could mean a trip to Miami for the first round of the MLS playoffs.
Securing a home game at Red Bull Arena would be a huge win for the club and the fanbase.
Charlotte FC00—0New York Red Bulls11—2
First Half_1, New York Red Bulls, Manoel, 1, 8th minute.
Second Half_2, New York Red Bulls, Manoel, 2 (Amaya), 55th.
Goalies_Charlotte FC, Pablo Sisniega, George Marks; New York Red Bulls, Carlos Miguel, Ryan Meara.
Yellow Cards_Afful, Charlotte FC, 40th; Edelman, New York Red Bulls, 83rd; Long, New York Red Bulls, 90th+6.
Referee_Rubiel Vazquez. Assistant Referees_Kevin Klinger, Ian McKay, Daniel Radford. 4th Official_Elvis Osmanovic.
