Charleston Battery secured a narrow 1-0 victory over North Carolina FC in a match where defensive organization and discipline were pivotal. The only goal of the match came from Charleston in the first half at 40:22, reflecting their ability to capitalize on limited opportunities. North Carolina’s defensive resilience early in the match was highlighted with their first yellow card at 15:58, hinting at an aggressive attempt to contain Charleston’s advances.

North Carolina struggled to execute clean interceptions, which is evident from their two yellow cards in the first half, indicating lapses in defensive control. Despite having equal corner kicks (four each), neither team translated these set-piece opportunities into goals. Charleston's discipline in maintaining their formation and structure, while occasionally forgoing precision as shown by their five yellow cards, ultimately helped them maintain their lead.

The match saw minimal offensive threats from both sides, reflected in the offsides count: two for Charleston and one for North Carolina. This suggests careful attention to defensive line management by both teams. Charleston's effective disruption of North Carolina’s rhythm through tactical fouling likely contributed to their five yellow cards but proved crucial in breaking the visitors' attacks. This strategic aggression played a significant role in clinching the win for Charleston, despite the disciplinary risks involved.

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