Charlotte FC's Brandt Bronico, back, leaps over Orlando City defender Dagur Thorhallsson for the header during the first half of game 2 of an MLS Cup soccer playoff game, Friday Nov. 1, 2024 in Charlotte, N.C. (Jonathan Aguallo/The Charlotte Observer via AP)
Charlotte FC's Brandt Bronico (13) watches play during the first half of game 2 of an MLS Cup soccer playoff game against Orlando City, Friday Nov. 1, 2024 in Charlotte, N.C. (Jonathan Aguallo/The Charlotte Observer via AP)
Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood, center, and Patrick Agyemang (33) discuss a foul during the first half of game 2 of an MLS Cup soccer playoff game against Orlando City, Friday Nov. 1, 2024 in Charlotte, N.C. (Jonathan Aguallo/The Charlotte Observer via AP)