Woke up to a text offering us tickets to tonight's Charlotte FC game from out generous neighbour. Even though it's 90 degrees, it's Father's Day weekend and I couldn't think of a better way to spend it.
We parked in our regular spot and walked to the stadium with plenty of time before kick off. Just before we got into our seats, we ran into Steve, Woltz and Bean, who were to sit 2 sections over. Drew and Vince were also in that section - but they had the front row.
Cowden's seats are fantastic. Close to halfway, 20 rows up - a good view of the whole field without being too high up. And being on the Club Level, where we can escape to air conditioning if need be, is a blessing in this summer heat.
Charlotte are doing alright this season and while we dominated the start of the game, once DC settled in, it was pretty even for the first half. The only goal came a little controversially in injury time of the first half. After clattering someone in the box, Privett got a yellow card, but DC didn't get the free kick, as the corner had yet to be taken. When it was, Vargas put a strong header into the back of the net, in front of the supporters section.
The second half say few chances for either team, but I still am nervous when Charlotte hold a slim lead. Previous seasons have not held well for us in those situations, but tonight the defence held strong (just like the the first game of the season we were at). A good win in front of a good sized home crowd. Lets hope we keep marching on this season. Currently we sit at 5th, but still a long way to go.
Charlotte 1: Vargas (45+7) defeated DC United 0
Paid Attendance: 30,468
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