Huntington, W. Va. – Behind a Joe Brito goal and another strong defensive performance, the Charlotte 49ers (8-3-1, C-USA: 4-2) defeated Conference USA foe Marshall (5-7-2, C-USA: 1-3-1), 1-0, on the road. Charlotte has now defeated Marshall by the score of 1-0 for the third straight regular-season.
"This was a wonderful road win," Charlotte 49ers Coach Kevin Langan said. "It was a game with very few chances and we were able to capitalize on one of those chances."
With just over a minute left in regulation in the 89th minute, the 49ers were fouled about 10 yards beyond the 18-yard box.