Lewandowski scores twice in Fire debut, Chicago edges Charlotte 2-1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Robert Lewandowski made a strong impression in his home debut for Chicago Fire on August 1, scoring two goals in a 2-1 victory over Charlotte FC. After Charlotte took an early lead through Pep Biel, Lewandowski equalized with a long-range shot in the 20th minute. He later netted the winner in the 68th minute. Chicago's win ends a two-month home game drought and marks Charlotte's third consecutive loss to the Fire. Charlotte is set to face Pumas UNAM in their next match, while Chicago will play Club Necaxa.
- •Robert Lewandowski scores two goals for Chicago Fire.
- •Chicago wins 2-1 against Charlotte FC.
- •Pep Biel opens scoring for Charlotte.
- •Chicago Fire's first home match in over two months.
- •Next matches: Charlotte vs Pumas UNAM, Chicago vs Club Necaxa.
- 4:06 AMESPN Soccer — Lewandowski scores twice in Chicago home debut
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Lewandowski scores 2 goals in Fire home debut as Chicago beats Charlotte FC 2-1
"Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, including the winner, in his home debut for the Fire, helping Chicago beat Charlotte FC 2-1 on Saturday. Lewandowski, who made the move from FC Barcelona in a two-year deal with Chicago, equalized in the 20th minute off a screamer from outside the box that tied the game at 1. Pep Biel gave Charlotte (7-7-4) an early lead with a shot from the right side of the box on an assist from Idan Toklomati.
"Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, including the winner, in his home debut for the Fire, helping Chicago beat Charlotte FC 2-1 on Saturday.
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External links- ESPN SoccerAug 2, 2026, 4:06 AMLewandowski scores twice in Chicago home debut
Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, including the winner, in his home debut for the Fire, helping Chicago beat Charlotte FC 2-1 on Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 2:43 AMLewandowski scores 2 goals in Fire home debut as Chicago beats Charlotte FC 2-1
Robert Lewandowski scored two goals, including the winner, in his home debut for the Fire, helping Chicago beat Charlotte FC 2-1 on Saturday. Lewandowski, who made the move from FC Barcelona in a two-year deal with Chicago, equalized in the 20th minute off a screamer from outside the box that tied the game at 1. Pep Biel gave Charlotte (7-7-4) an early lead with a shot from the right side of the box on an assist from Idan Toklomati.
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