In a commanding performance, Charlotte FC triumphed over New York City FC with a scoreline of 2-0 during their Week 20 clash at Bank of America Stadium. The opening goal came from Idan Toklomati in the 13th minute, setting the tone for the match, while Kerwin Vargas sealed the deal for Charlotte with another goal in the 80th minute.
The standout player of the match was Idan Toklomati, who not only scored a crucial goal but also tested the NYCFC defense with two shots on target.
Kerwin Vargas also excelled at Bank of America Stadium, adding to the scoreline and proving to be a constant threat with his efforts on goal.
Head coach Dean Smith adopted a 4-3-3 formation for Charlotte FC, fielding Kristijan Kahlina in goal; with a defensive line comprised of Bill Tuiloma, Adilson Malanda, Andrew Privett, and Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty; midfielders Pep Biel, Brandt Bronico, and Ashley Westwood; and an attacking trio of Kerwin Vargas, Idan Toklomati, and Wilfried Zaha.
Meanwhile, NYCFC’s coach Pascal Jansen employed a similar 4-3-3 setup, featuring Matthew Freese in goal; Tayvon Gray, Thiago Martins, Justin Haak, and Kevin O’Toole in defense; Aiden O’Neill, Maximiliano Moralez, and Andrés Perea in midfield; with Agustín Ojeda, Alonso Martínez, and Hannes Wolf spearheading the attack.
Referee Guido Gonzales Jr. officiated the match at the Bank of America Stadium.
Charlotte FC will next face DC United at home, while NYCFC will travel to take on Orlando City SC.
Substitutions for Charlotte FC
54’ 2H – Bill Tuiloma was replaced by Nicholas Scardina
74’ 2H – Wilfried Zaha substituted for Liel Abada and Pep Biel for Eryk Williamson
86’ 2H – Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty exited for Tim Ream and Brandt Bronico for Djibril Diani
Yellow Cards for Charlotte FC:
16’ 1H – Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
15’ 2H – Nicholas Scardina (Delaying the game)
38’ 2H – Brandt Bronico (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for New York City FC
45’ 2H – Andrés Perea was replaced by Julián Fernández
73’ 2H – Tayvon Gray substituted for Mitja Ilenic and Agustín Ojeda for Jonathan Shore
82’ 2H – Aiden O’Neill was substituted for Monsef Bakrar
Yellow Cards for New York City FC:
42’ 1H – Hannes Wolf (Unsporting behavior)
21’ 2H – Julián Fernández (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
48’ 2H – Maximiliano Moralez (Reiteration of fouls)