Charlotte vs New York City FC – 0-1 | Major League Soccer

In a fiercely contested match at Bank of America Stadium, New York City FC secured a narrow victory over Charlotte FC, winning 1-0 thanks to a first-half goal from N. Fernández Mercau. The match was characterized by an intense battle in midfield and a series of yellow cards that underscored the physical nature of the encounter. Despite a spirited second-half effort from Charlotte, they were unable to find the back of the net, leaving them to rue missed opportunities.

Fernández Mercau opened the scoring in the 8th minute, finishing decisively after a well-worked team move. As the match progressed, both teams struggled to maintain their discipline, resulting in a flurry of yellow cards that disrupted the flow of play. Charlotte pushed hard for an equalizer in the latter stages, but NYCFC's defense, marshaled by a resolute performance, held firm to claim all three points and solidify their position in the league standings.