Elias Manoel seems to have a special relationship with Charlotte FC and hopes to continuing finding the back of the opponent’s net this Wednesday (25)
“I’m really pleased to be the top scorer for the team against Charlotte. I’m hoping for another opportunity to score tomorrow”, expressed Elias Manoel, the Brazilian striker for the New York Red Bulls, as he reflected on his performances against Charlotte FC with the media today.
Elias Manoel has displayed notable growth in recent matches, emerging as a resilient force for the New York Red Bulls. He contributed with one goal and two assists in the last three matches. His success against Charlotte FC hasn’t gone unnoticed, making him the leading scorer in the club’s history against this young opponent with three goals (two in a 2-0 victory in last year’s regular season in October, and one in a 1-1 draw at the Bank of America back in March).
The New York Red Bulls secured their spot in the play-in with a hard-fought 1-0 win away against Nashville SC last Saturday. The decisive goal came from a stoppage-time penalty kick, converted by the young left back, John Tolkin, who has quickly won over the fans this season.
Charlotte FC also demonstrated their strength by edging out Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami with a 1-0 win.
Stakes are high
Tomorrow’s match at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison at 7:30 PM promises to be a battle of titans. The stakes are high, with the winner earning the right to challenge FC Cincinnati, who have dominated the regular season and clinched the Supporter’s Shield for the first time in the club’s history. “We know that tomorrow will be a battle. Playing at home in front of our fans, it’s important to us to show them our dedication”, added Elias Manoel.
Should destiny remain undecided at the final whistle, the tension will be palpable as the match hurtles towards the nerve-wracking realm of penalty kicks. The stage is set for an exhilarating encounter, and fans await the match between the Red Bulls and Charlotte in pursuit of a ticket to the next round of playoffs.
