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 game at halftime with the score tied 0-0, opened the scoring after 31 minutes on the pitch by slotting the ball into the net. Later in the match, Abada provided a crucial assist for teammate Tyger Smalls, who scored on a breakaway to double Charlotte's lead.
This win marked Charlotte's second consecutive victory in the tournament, following a 3-0 win against Pumas in their opening group game. With this result, Charlotte FC tops their American group and is positioned to secure a knockout stage berth with another win in their upcoming match. The North Carolina-based club is currently in the midst of the 2026 season, while European leagues are just beginning their 2026/27 campaigns.
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