Charlotte FC defeated FC Cincinnati 1–0 on Sunday at TQL Stadium in MLS Regular Season 2025 action, capitalizing on a late opportunity to secure all three points on the road.
Cincinnati controlled much of the first half, generating multiple chances with Gerardo Valenzuela forcing a save in the 40′ minute. The home side continued their pressure after the break, with Tah Brian Anunga testing Charlotte's goalkeeper in the 47′ minute and Ender Echenique forcing another save in the 50′ minute.
The match took a decisive turn in the 70′ minute when Tah Brian Anunga was shown a red card, reducing Cincinnati to ten men. Charlotte responded with increased pressure, as Wilfried Zaha forced a save in the 72′ minute and Adilson Malanda saw his header saved in the 82′ minute.
The breakthrough came in the 85′ minute when Wilfried Zaha finished from the left side of the box, assisted by Idan Toklomati, to give Charlotte the lead. Cincinnati pushed desperately for an equalizer, with Evander and Miles Robinson both forcing saves in stoppage time at 90+1′ and 90+9′, but Charlotte held firm to seal the victory.
Goal: W. Zaha vs. CIN, 85'
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