Atlanta (GA) — The Charlotte Independence extended their beatless streak to eight games with a dramatic draw against Atlanta United 2 on Wednesday night. Trailing at halftime, the Independence battled back culminating in a 72nd minute equalizer from defender Aaron Maund.
The Independence jumped out to the early lead when 38-year-old Independence legend Jorge Herrera netted his 70th career, USL Championship regular-season goal. The 27th minute score came off speedy forward Dominic Oduro breaking through the Atlanta backline on a counter attack and connecting with midfielder Alex Martinez in a wide position. From there, Marintez notched his fifth assist of the season.
Before the halftime break, Atlanta United 2 forward Bienvenue Kanakimana recorded back-to-back goals to give the home team the lead at the intermission.
But the Independence would respond in dramatic fashion as defender Abdoulie Mansally navigated a free kick inch-perfect to Aaron Maund who recored his first goal on the season.
The Independence will look to continue the undefeated run of form on short rest for a second road game on Saturday, July 27th at Birmingham Legion FC. The official watch party will be hosted at Jack's House Soccer Bar and Event Space (1523 Elizabeth Ave. Suite 120, Charlotte, NC 28204) with kickoff scheduled for 8:00 PM ET. The Independence will return to the Sportsplex at Matthews on Saturday, August 3rd for their next home game against Louisville City FC presented by Great Clips.
Atlanta (GA) — The Charlotte Independence extended their beatless streak to eight games with a dramatic draw against Atlanta United 2 on Wednesday night. Trailing at halftime, the Independence battled back culminating in a 72nd minute equalizer from defender Aaron Maund.
The Independence jumped out to the early lead when 38-year-old Independence legend Jorge Herrera netted his 70th career, USL Championship regular-season goal. The 27th minute score came off speedy forward Dominic Oduro breaking through the Atlanta backline on a counter attack and connecting with midfielder Alex Martinez in a wide position. From there, Marintez notched his fifth assist of the season.
Before the halftime break, Atlanta United 2 forward Bienvenue Kanakimana recorded back-to-back goals to give the home team the lead at the intermission.
But the Independence would respond in dramatic fashion as defender Abdoulie Mansally navigated a free kick inch-perfect to Aaron Maund who recored his first goal on the season.
The Independence will look to continue the undefeated run of form on short rest for a second road game on Saturday, July 27th at Birmingham Legion FC. The official watch party will be hosted at Jack’s House Soccer Bar and Event Space (1523 Elizabeth Ave. Suite 120, Charlotte, NC 28204) with kickoff scheduled for 8:00 PM ET. The Independence will return to the Sportsplex at Matthews on Saturday, August 3rd for their next home game against Louisville City FC presented by Great Clips.
SCORING SUMMARY
DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY
CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE STARTING LINEUP
Brandon Miller; Adboulie Mansally, Steven Thicot, Hugh Roberts, Aaron Maund, Afrim Taku (Zyen Jones – 62’), Alex Martinez, Kevan George, Enzo Martinez, Dominic Oduro (Valentin Sabella – 70’), Jorge Herrera ( Niki Jackson – 86’)
atlanta united 2 STARTING LINEUP
Dylan Castanheira, Wesly Decas, Jordan Matthews (Guillermo Benítez – 82’), George Campbell, Laurence Wyke, Patrick Okonkwo (Laurent Kissiedou – 77’), Kevin Barajas (William Reilly – 65’), Bienvenue Kanakimana, Jack Metcalf, José Hernández, Jackson Conway
SCORING SUMMARY
DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY
CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE STARTING LINEUP
Brandon Miller; Adboulie Mansally, Steven Thicot, Hugh Roberts, Aaron Maund, Afrim Taku (Zyen Jones – 62’), Alex Martinez, Kevan George, Enzo Martinez, Dominic Oduro (Valentin Sabella – 70’), Jorge Herrera ( Niki Jackson – 86’)
atlanta united 2 STARTING LINEUP
Dylan Castanheira, Wesly Decas, Jordan Matthews (Guillermo Benítez – 82’), George Campbell, Laurence Wyke, Patrick Okonkwo (Laurent Kissiedou – 77’), Kevin Barajas (William Reilly – 65’), Bienvenue Kanakimana, Jack Metcalf, José Hernández, Jackson Conway
