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Ashley Westwood scores and assists as Charlotte defeats DC United 2-1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:54 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Ashley Westwood scores and assists as Charlotte defeats DC United 2-1

Summary

Ashley Westwood contributed a goal and an assist as Charlotte FC secured a 2-1 victory over D.C. United on Saturday night. This win allowed Charlotte to complete a season sweep of D.C. and extend its unbeaten streak to eight matches, including five wins and three draws. Westwood's goal came in the 22nd minute, while he assisted Allan Saint-Maximin’s goal in the 71st minute. D.C. United managed to equalize early in the second half through Lucas Bartlett's header. Charlotte's goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina recorded ten saves during the match. Charlotte will host Chicago Fire in their next match, while D.C. is set to play against Vancouver Whitecaps.

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By the Numbers

•Charlotte FC beats D.C. United 2-1 on September 19, 2026.
•Ashley Westwood scores and assists in his return from suspension.
•Kristijan Kahlina makes ten saves for Charlotte FC.
•Lucas Bartlett scores for D.C. United early in the second half.
•Charlotte's next match is against Chicago Fire.

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1:54 AMYahoo Sports — Ashley Westwood has goal, assist as Charlotte beats DC United 2-1 to extend unbeaten streak to 8

What they're saying

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Ashley Westwood had a goal and an assist following a one-match suspension and Charlotte FC completed a season sweep of D.C. United with a 2-1 victory on Saturday night, extending its unbeaten streak to eight. Kristijan Kahlina matched his career high with 10 saves for Charlotte (12-7-7) at the end of a three-match road trip. Kahlina also had 10 saves in a season-opening 1-1 draw at St. Louis City.
— Yahoo Sports

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