Charlotte vs Toronto MLS 2024

This Saturday, Toronto FC forward Prince Osei Owusu scored twice, but it was not enough and his team lost 3-2 against Charlotte FC. The goals of the match for the local team were scored by Kerwin Vargas (38′ 1T), Liel Abada (24′ 2T) and Patrick Agyemang (39′ 2T). While the away goals were scored by Prince Osei Owusu (3′ 2T and 32′ 2T).

A highlight of the match was Kerwin Vargas’ goal in the 38th minute of the first half. After receiving an assist in the semicircle from Enzo Copetti, the forward scored the ball with a hard shot into the right post, which entered the back of the opponent’s goal.

Prince Osei Owusu’s prominence established him as the best player of the match. The Toronto FC forward showed his best level by scoring 2 goals and shooting 3 times into the opponent’s goal.

Another of the key players at Bank of America Stadium was Patrick Agyemang. The Charlotte FC forward scored 1 goal and kicked 2 times on goal against Toronto FC.

With many fouls, it was an intense match with many interruptions on the court. There were several reprimands: Alonso Coello, Jonathan Osorio, Liel Abada, Kevin Long, Jaylin Lindsey. Kevin Long was sent off after receiving his second yellow card, in the 97th minute of the second half.

Charlotte FC coach Dean Smith deployed a 4-3-3 formation with Kristijan Kahlina in goal; Jaylin Lindsey, Bill Tuiloma, Andrew Privett and Jere Uronen on the defensive line; Scott Arfield, Ashley Westwood and Djibril Diani in the middle; and Liel Abada, Enzo Copetti and Kerwin Vargas in attack.

For their part, those led by John Herdman stood with a 3-6-1 strategy with Sean Johnson between the three sticks; Sigurd Rosted, Kevin Long and Nicksoen Gomis in defense; Federico Bernardeschi, Deybi Flores, Alonso Coello, Raoul Petretta, Matty Longstaff and Jonathan Osorio in the midfield; and Deandre Kerr up front.

The match at Bank of America Stadium was officiated by referee Allen Chapman.

On the next date, Charlotte FC will host Minnesota United. On the other hand, Toronto FC will host the New England Revolution.