Charlotte FC scores early, holds on to beat NYCFC

Despite playing much of the second half with 10 men, Charlotte FC held on for a 1-0 win over visiting New York City FC on Saturday.

Daniel Rios scored in the fifth minute for Charlotte (11-17-2, 35 points), who ended a three-game losing streak. Charlotte FC are only 3-7-0 in their past 10 matches, but still have a chance at reaching the playoffs in their first MLS season.

Christian Fuchs was ejected after a red card in