NEW YORK (AP) — Kristijan Kahlina made a game-winning stop of Agustín Ojeda’s penalty kick in an intense eight-round shootout, leading Charlotte to a thrilling 7-6 victory over New York City FC on Saturday.
The teams had played to a scoreless draw during regulation time, setting the stage for a tense penalty shootout to decide the winner.
With this victory, Charlotte forces a decisive Game 3 against NYCFC. The two teams will face off again on Friday, when Charlotte hosts NYCFC for a spot in the next round.