mls-en : Charlotte vs New England Revolution, 2024-09-21
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**Game Recap: Charlotte FC 4 - 0 New England Revolution**
Charlotte FC dominated the game as they defeated the New England Revolution with an impressive 4-0 victory at the Bank of America Stadium on September 21, 2024.
The match started with high intensity from both teams. The first notable event occurred in the 32nd minute when Carles Gil from the New England Revolution received a yellow card. However, it was in the 39th minute that Charlotte FC took the lead as Liel Abada scored a close-range goal, giving the home team a 1-0 advantage.
As the game progressed into the second half, tensions rose. Nathan Byrne from Charlotte FC was booked with a yellow card in the 51st minute, followed by Tim Parker from the Revolution receiving a yellow card in the 53rd minute. Substitutions were made on both sides, with Luca Langoni and Dylan Borrero coming on for the Revolution, and Patrick Agyemang, Kerwin Vargas, and Djibril Diani joining the field for Charlotte FC.
In the 65th minute, Charlotte FC extended their lead to 2-0 as Pep Biel found the back of the net with a well-placed shot, assisted by Patrick Agyemang. The Revolution's hopes were dashed further when Dylan Borrero received a second yellow card and was sent off in the 70th minute.
Charlotte FC continued to dominate the game and added to their advantage in the 77th minute. Patrick Agyemang capitalized on a fast break and scored his second goal of the game, putting Charlotte FC in a commanding 3-0 lead. The home team sealed their victory in the 87th minute, with Kerwin Vargas scoring a clinical goal from the left side of the box, assisted by Iuri Tavares.
The final score remained 4-0 in favor of Charlotte FC, leaving the New England Revolution stunned and disappointed.
Social media was abuzz with fans expressing their frustration at some controversial referee decisions. Many believed that a handball in the match should have resulted in a penalty against Charlotte FC. Nonetheless, Charlotte FC's dominant performance prevailed as they secured a well-deserved victory.
**Next Matches:**
Charlotte FC's next game will be against Inter Miami on September 28, 2024, in the MLS. Meanwhile, the New England Revolution will face Nashville SC at home on the same day.