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New York City FC forward Alonso Martinez underwent surgery to repair the ruptured ACL in his right knee on Thursday. "Martinez will begin rehab immediately with the Club medical staff," NYCFC said in a statement.

NYCFC confirms knee injury for F Alonso Martinez

New York City FC forward Alonso Martinez sustained a knee injury while on duty with Costa Rica's national team on Thursday, the MLS club confirmed Saturday.

Charlotte FC extend M Brandt Bronico's contract

Charlotte FC extended midfielder Brandt Bronico's contract through 2027 with an option for 2028, the club announced Wednesday. The 30-year-old veteran is the club's longest-tenured player, recording five goals and 13 assists in 122 MLS matches (109 starts) since the inaugural season in 2022.

Pascal Jansen News / Yardbarker / November 7

NYCFC vs. Charlotte: Pigeons survive emotional match to clinch MLS conference semifinal berth

New York City FC beat Charlotte FC 3-1 in Game 3 of their Major League Soccer playoff series to clinch its spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Martínez lifts NYCFC to series lead over Charlotte

New York City FC beat Charlotte FC 1-0 on Tuesday night to begin the best-of-three series in the 2025 MLS playoffs.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 28

NYCFC comes away with road win over Charlotte to begin Round 1 series

Alonso Martinez scored a wonderful individual goal in the 34th minute and visiting New York City FC earned a 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC on Tuesday night in the opener of their Round One MLS Cup Playoff series.

Why Is Wilfried Zaha Not Playing Tonight for Charlotte FC vs New York City FC In the MLS Playoffs?

Charlotte FC will take the field tonight without one of their biggest names. As the team prepares for a crucial MLS Playoffs match against New York City FC, fans were quick to notice that Wilfried Zaha isn’t listed in the squad.

USMNT Star's Painful Admission After Big Move: 'Played With a Double Hernia'

One of the USMNT players who recently made the jump from MLS to Europe is Patrick Agyemang. Agyemang, 24, signed for Derby County of the English Championship from Charlotte FC for a fee of around $8 million, according to Transfermarkt.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 17

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 they host the Philadelphia Union on Saturday in both teams' regular-season finale.

Charlotte FC Coach Breaks Silence on Wilfried Zaha Criticism: ‘I Beg People'

One of the biggest stars in the MLS is Charlotte FC forward Wilfried Zaha. The Ivory Coast star has received a lot of criticism throughout his career, like other superstar players in football, but recently, Zaha has been open to responding to critics online.

Wilfried Zaha News / Field Level Media / October 4

Wilfried Zaha's first-half goal lifts Charlotte FC over D.C. United

Wilfried Zaha scored his ninth MLS goal of the season before halftime to lead Charlotte FC to a 1-0 victory at nine-man D.C. United on Saturday. Charlotte

Soccer News / Field Level Media / September 20

Alonso Martinez converts pair of PKs as NYCFC jolt Charlotte

Alonso Martinez scored on a pair of penalty kicks Saturday afternoon as host New York City Football Club clinched a playoff spot and tightened things up in the Eastern Conference with a 2-0 victory over Charlotte FC.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / September 19

Charlotte FC chase MLS record win streak in clash vs. NYCFC

With four matches remaining, Charlotte FC are well-positioned for a run at the top spot in the Eastern Conference while New York City FC hardly are secure in their current playoff slot.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / September 14

Idan Toklomati's hat trick propels Charlotte to win over Inter Miami

Idan Toklomati scored his first career MLS hat trick to bring his season total to 11 goals and Charlotte FC won their ninth consecutive MLS game, defeating Lionel Messi and visiting Inter Miami 3-0 on Saturday night.

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Surging DC United, Jackson Hopkins earn point with win vs. Orlando

Charlotte wins eighth straight as Idan Toklomati tallies late vs. Revs

Idan Toklomati scored the tiebreaking goal on a header during a set piece in the 87th minute as visiting Charlotte FC ran its winning streak to eight games with a physical 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution Saturday night in Foxborough, Mass.

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / August 29

Revolution face another hot MLS team in Charlotte FC

Something has to give when the New England Revolution return home Saturday night to face another Eastern Conference team on a hot streak in Charlotte FC.

Charlotte FC’s Unexpected Climb: Contender or Hot Streak?

After appearing to be bound to the play in-game early in the season, the Charlotte FC hot streak of late has highlighted glaring problems the team has seemingly overcome.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / August 24

Kerwin Vargas' goal the difference as streaking Charlotte FC shut out Red Bulls

Kerwin Vargas scored in the 30th minute and Charlotte FC defeated the visiting New York Red Bulls 1-0 on Sunday night to extend its MLS winning streak to seven matches.

Charlotte transferring D Adilson Malanda to Middlesbrough

Charlotte FC announced the transfer of defender Adilson Malanda to English second-tier side Middlesbrough FC on Wednesday. The 23-year-old French center back will stay on loan at Charlotte for the remainder of the MLS season before departing for a reported $8 million fee plus add-ons.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / August 16

Idan Toklomati goal stands up as Charlotte tops Salt Lake

Idan Toklomati scored in the first half and Charlotte FC made it stand, running their winning streak to six matches in MLS play with a 1-0 victory against visiting Real Salt Lake on Saturday night.

Charlotte FC acquire Australian striker Archie Goodwin

Charlotte FC acquired striker Archie Goodwin from Australian club Adelaide United, the teams announced on Wednesday. Goodwin, a 20-year-old Australian, was transferred for an undisclosed fee and has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract through 2028 with his new team.

Goalkeeper saving season for sizzling Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC's playoff hopes are resting on the shoulders of a 33-year-old Croatian goalkeeper who's playing like he has something to prove.

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Is Patrick Agyemang Ready for Europe? MLS Fans Split Over His Performances

With the Gold Cup coming to an end, we can now look back at Patrick Agyemang‘s performance not just for the USMNT but for Charlotte FC. Agyemang is rumored to be on his way to England, leaving many fans divided about his current skill set as well as his actual ability.