CHARLOTTE, NC (April 3, 2025) – Charlotte Independence announced today the signing of 23-year-old Colombian forward Juan David Moreno. Moreno last played for Cucuta Deportivo Futbol Club in the second highest division of Colombian soccer in 2024.
Moreno played 831 total minutes for Cucuta in 2024, scoring one goal in all competitions. Moreno joined Cucuta in 2023 and scored four goals over his two seasons with the club.
“Juan David is a dynamic, attacking player with the ability to take players on one vs. one and get behind them with his running. He is comfortable wide on either side and will provide added flair and quality to our attack,” shared Charlotte Independence Head Coach, Mike Jeffries.
Prior to joining Cucuta, Moreno spent two seasons with Fortaleza FC in Colombia’s top division. Moreno’s best season as a professional came in 2021, scoring four goals in 12 matches in league play, good for a pace of 194 minutes per goal.
Moreno joined both Fortaleza FC and Cucuta Deportivo while on loan from Millonarios FC’s U-20 team.
The 2025 USL League One Season continues on Friday, April 11 for the Jacks as they host Forward Madison FC at American Legion Memorial Stadium. 2025 Season Ticket Deposits are available now for just $25 per seat. This year, the club also introduced a new Lil’ Jacks Kids Season Ticket which includes all 17 home games starting at just $100.
Visit CharlotteIndependence.com/SeasonTickets for more information.
About Charlotte Independence:
The Charlotte Independence is a Division III professional men’s soccer team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The club, founded in 2014, currently competes in USL League One and plays all home games at American Legion Memorial Stadium. As part of the Queen City Soccer Club, our mission is to make Charlotte a better place to live through sports. For information on club news, season tickets and more, visit CharlotteIndependence.com.
