Charlotte FC grabbed all three points at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday with a 1-0 win over New England Revolution, though the visitors certainly made them work for it. The Revs dominated possession with 61 percent of the ball and had the same number of shots as Charlotte's 12, but it was the home side's efficiency that made the difference. Charlotte got six shots on target compared to New England's three, and that clinical finishing proved decisive. Ashley Westwood was the standout performer for Charlotte, earning man of the match honors with a dominant display that helped control the tempo when it mattered most. The victory extends Charlotte's push up the table, and they'll take it however they can get it. New England had their chances and pressed hard, particularly late on, but couldn't find a way past Charlotte's defense. With three corners against Charlotte's four and the constant pressure the Revs applied, it felt like a game that could've gone either way, but that's why you have to take your chances when you get them. The hosts did exactly that and came away with a crucial win.
The Matchup
Charlotte FC 1-0 New England Revolution was the final score at Bank of America Stadium, in a game where Charlotte FC did enough across the ninety minutes to deserve the three points. Charlotte FC also had the better share of the ball, holding 39% possession, which usually goes hand in hand with the extra control a winning side tends to show. The shot count told a similar story, with 12 attempts from Charlotte FC against 13 from New England Revolution over the course of the game. It was not always comfortable for Charlotte FC, and New England Revolution pushed for a way back into the game, but the result stood. Games like this can carry real weight later in the season, so this is a scoreline worth remembering. Below is a closer look at how the match broke down, statistically.
Man of the Match
Match Statistics
Match Events
| Min | Team | Card | Event | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13' | Charlotte FC | David Schnegg | 0-0 | |
| 16' | Charlotte FC | Goal — I. Toklomati (assist: W. Cleary) | 1-0 | |
| 27' | New England Revolution | Peyton Miller | 1-0 | |
| 58' | Charlotte FC | David Schnegg | 1-0 | |
| 58' | Charlotte FC | David Schnegg | 1-0 | |
| 61' | Charlotte FC | Substitution — K. A. Calderon Vargas on, A. Privett off | 1-0 | |
| 62' | New England Revolution | Mamadou Fofana | 1-0 | |
| 65' | New England Revolution | Ethan Kohler | 1-0 | |
| 68' | New England Revolution | Brayan Ceballos | 1-0 | |
| 75' | New England Revolution | Substitution — E. Kohler on, G. Yow off | 1-0 | |
| 79' | Charlotte FC | Substitution — I. Toklomati on, B. Bronico off | 1-0 | |
| 79' | New England Revolution | Substitution — M. Polster on, M. Zambrano off | 1-0 | |
| 79' | New England Revolution | Substitution — D. Fagundez on, E. Klein off | 1-0 | |
| 85' | New England Revolution | Substitution — B. Ceballos on, C. Oliveira off | 1-0 | |
| 88' | Charlotte FC | Substitution — P. Biel on, A. Goodwin off | 1-0 | |
| 88' | Charlotte FC | Substitution — D. Diani on, L. de la Torre off | 1-0 |
Charlotte FC vs New England Revolution Lineups
Looking Ahead
Charlotte FC does not have long to wait before getting back out onto the pitch. Their next test comes away at Atlanta United FC, and how they respond after this result will be worth watching. You can follow the build-up and everything you need to know when Atlanta United FC vs Charlotte FC going to play at 29 August 2026 in Major League Soccer 2026.
New England Revolution, meanwhile, will already be turning their attention to what comes next. They are next in action away at Columbus Crew, a game that will give an early sense of how they carry this result forward. Full details are here: Columbus Crew vs New England Revolution going to play at 29 August 2026 in Major League Soccer 2026.