Charlotte FC advanced past New York City FC 7-6 on penalties after a 0-0 draw at Yankee Stadium on Saturday in a tense encounter.
Both sides struggled to find the breakthrough throughout regulation time, with neither team able to convert their chances. The defenses stood firm as the match remained scoreless through ninety minutes and extra time, forcing a penalty shootout.
The shootout began with Archie Goodwin and Alonso Martínez trading goals for 1-1. Aiden O'Neill, Idan Toklomati, Thiago Martins, and Harry Toffolo continued the exchanges to 3-3. Wilfried Zaha, Justin Haak, Adilson Malanda, Hannes Wolf, Djibril Diani, and Raul Gustavo all converted as the shootout reached 6-6 before Charlotte clinched the deciding penalty.
The 7-6 shootout victory secured Charlotte's progression after the hard-fought scoreless battle. Both teams defended resolutely before the dramatic conclusion from the spot.
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