Charlotte FC Signs Free Agent Center Back Henry Kessler

Charlotte FC Signs Free Agent Center Back Henry Kessler

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Thursday, January 29, 2026) – Charlotte FC today announced the Club has signed free agent center back Henry Kessler through the end of the 2026 season with club options for June of 2027 and 2027-28. Kessler spent the last season and a half with St. Louis CITY SC.
Charlotte FC 2026 Single Match Tickets & Promotions Calendar for Fifth Season Available NOW

Charlotte FC 2026 Single Match Tickets & Promotions Calendar for Fifth Season Available NOW
Charlotte FC Acquires Goalkeeper Tyler Miller from Bolton Wanderers

Charlotte FC Acquires Goalkeeper Tyler Miller from Bolton Wanderers
Charlotte FC Acquires Spanish Midfielder Pep Biel From Olympiacos On a Permanent Transfer

Charlotte FC Acquires Spanish Midfielder Pep Biel From Olympiacos On a Permanent Transfer
Charlotte FC Acquires $150,000 General Allocation Money From Red Bull New York

Charlotte FC Acquires $150,000 General Allocation Money From Red Bull New York
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The Crown returns to action on March 7th at 7:30 p.m. against Austin FC. The first fans to arrive will receive the limited-edition party shirt presented by Ally.

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Charlotte FC Acquires Austrian Left Back David Schnegg Via Waivers

Charlotte FC Acquires Austrian Left Back David Schnegg Via Waivers
Charlotte FC Acquires USMNT Midfielder Luca de la Torre from Celta de Vigo

Charlotte FC Acquires USMNT Midfielder Luca de la Torre from Celta de Vigo
Charlotte FC Promotes Crown Legacy FC Head Coach Gary Dicker to First Team Assistant Coach

Charlotte FC Promotes Crown Legacy FC Head Coach Gary Dicker to First Team Assistant Coach
Charlotte FC Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Thompson

Charlotte FC Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Thompson
Charlotte FC Acquires Two International Roster Slots from Seattle Sounders FC in Exchange for $400,000 General Allocation Money

Charlotte FC Acquires Two International Roster Slots from Seattle Sounders FC in Exchange for $400,000 General Allocation Money
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Charlotte FC Release 2026 MLS Regular Season Schedule

Charlotte FC Release 2026 MLS Regular Season Schedule
Season Four: New Heights

Season Four: New Heights
Charlotte FC Selects Three Players in 2026 MLS SuperDraft

Charlotte FC Selects Three Players in 2026 MLS SuperDraft
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PHOTOS: Charlotte FC's First Week of Preseason Training

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PHOTOS: Charlotte FC Debuts New Thompson Child and Family Focus Training Tops

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PHOTOS: Brandt Bronico Signs New Contract

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PHOTOS: University of South Carolina names Department of Sport and Entertainment Management in honor of David and Nicole Tepper

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PHOTOS: David and Nicole Tepper Foundation at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Foundation’s Schoolanthropy Luncheon

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Planning for the Future of Bank of America Stadium

Learn more about the renovation and how this community asset can continue to generate unique and memorable experiences for fans, as well as economic impact for the city and region for years to come.

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