North Charlotte Today

Crown Legacy FC faced a challenging defeat against Orlando City B at home, ending with a score of 1-4. This match marked a reversal of their previous victory over Orlando City earlier in the season.

Orlando City B took an early lead, scoring in the 18th minute and adding another goal during stoppage time in the first half, leaving Crown Legacy trailing 0-2 at halftime. Despite efforts to regain control, Crown Legacy conceded a third goal just six minutes into the second half.

Substitutions in the 57th minute provided some hope for Crown Legacy as Jonathan Nyandjo and Nikola Petkovic collaborated effectively. Petkovic’s shot hit the post, allowing Nyandjo to score from the rebound. However, this effort was insufficient to turn the tide, and Orlando secured their victory with a final score of 4-1.

Crown Legacy FC will next travel to Truist Point for a match against Carolina Core on Saturday, September 14 at 8:00 p.m. ET.

The match took place at Mecklenburg County Sportsplex in Matthews, NC on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The current standings show Crown Legacy FC with a record of 10-8-6 and Orlando City B with a record of 9-7-9; both teams have accumulated 40 points but stand fifth and sixth respectively in the East.