Full Time Clip: Charlotte FC 2 - 2 Atlanta United

It was the tale of two halves for Charlotte FC in their return to play from the World Cup Break.

Despite a strong first half that featured two goals for the hosts, the game ended level at 2-2 and the points were shared between The Crown and Atlanta United FC.

Winger Kerwin Vargas got the party started in earnest when he netted Charlotte’s first goal in the 16th minute.

Operating with speed after a timely defensive clearance, fellow forward Liel Abada delivered a tidy ball to striker Archie Goodwin. While Goodwin’s shot was denied, Vargas handled it well on the ricochet and eventually found the back of the net.

Abada got in on the scoring action a bit later in the half.

Midfielder Pep Biel delivered a beautiful pass from right outside the box, which Abada then used his head to smash into the goal.

A truly remarkable save by goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina far into first-half stoppage time preserved the hosts’ lead.

The second half belonged to the visitors, however.

Atlanta pulled one back in the 57th minute off a header from Elías Báez. The visitors then drew level in the 77th minute when Miguel Almirón hit pay dirt.

An Idan Toklomati header effort narrowly missed in the 99th minute, which proved to be Charlotte’s last shot at grabbing the three points.

The good news is Charlotte has a chance to rebound off the disappointing draw in just a few days.

The Crown return to action Saturday against Red Bull New York. The game is now set for 6:30pm EST from Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, N.J.

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