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Narrow 1-0 Defeat at Memphis Gives #9 Charlotte Its First Loss of Season

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10/12/2024 | 7:00 PM

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- On the road against Memphis, No. 9 Charlotte suffered its first loss of the season in a narrow 1-0 defeat to the Tigers in American Athletic Conference play on Saturday (Oct. 5) evening.

The Niners' unbeaten streak was stopped at nine as their record dropped to 6-1-3 overall and 2-1 in the conference. The Tigers (6-4-1) took sole possession of first place in The American with a 3-0 mark in league play.

The loss comes despite Charlotte outshooting Memphis, 10-8, and having a 7-2 edge in corner kicks.