Liel Abada Scores and Assists as Charlotte FC Beats Atlas 2-0 in CONCACAF League

Charlotte FC secured a 2-0 victory over Mexican side Atlas in their second group stage match of the 2026 CONCACAF League on the night between August 7 and 8. Israeli forward Liel Abada, who entered the match at halftime with the score tied 0-0, opened the scoring after 31 minutes on the pitch by netting Charlotte's first goal. Later, Abada provided the assist for teammate Tyger Smalls, who scored on a breakaway to seal the win.

This win marked Charlotte's second consecutive victory in the group stage, following a 3-0 triumph over Pumas in their opening match. With this result, Charlotte FC leads the American group standings and is positioned to qualify for the knockout stage with another win in their upcoming fixture. The match highlighted Abada's significant contribution to the team's success in the ongoing North American season, which is already underway while European leagues are just beginning their 2026/27 campaigns.