HARRISON, N.J. (July 5, 2021) – New York Red Bulls II (2-6-3, 9 points) starts a three-match road trip on Wednesday night, beginning with the Charlotte Independence (5-4-0, 15 points). Kickoff between New York and Charlotte is set for 7 p.m. ET. Coverage is available on ESPN+.
This will be the 12th all-time USL Championship regular season meeting between New York and Charlotte with New York holding the advantage in the series with a mark of 5-3-3. They most recently defeated Charlotte on June 16, 3-1. Forward Jeremy Rafanello recorded a brace and an assist in the victory.
New York Red Bulls II are coming off a 1-1 draw against Miami FC on Friday, July 2. Forward Jake Lacava scored his club-leading third goal of the season. Midfielder Kyle Zajec made his first appearance since suffering a left foot fracture on July 26, 2020, against Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. Â
New York currently sits in seventh place of the Atlantic Division, while Charlotte sits in third place. They are coming off a 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC on Saturday, July 3. Â
Following Wednesday’s match, New York will continue their road trip on Saturday, July 10, visiting Hartford Athletic, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. ET.
