Charlotte FC v D.C. United: Smith highlights importance of home fixtures - Soccer News
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Charlotte FC head coach Dean Smith emphasizes the necessity of strong home form as they prepare for a break from MLS action. Hosting D.C. United in their third consecutive home match, Charlotte stands sixth in home record within the Eastern Conference and remains unbeaten in the last three games at Bank of America Stadium. Currently positioned ninth in the East, they face potential playoff challenges. Smith highlights upcoming matches as crucial for closing the gap with New York City and expresses confidence in the players' abilities and the impact of home support.
Smith's side have the sixth-best home record in the Eastern Conference this season and are unbeaten in their last three at Bank of America Stadium.
Charlotte are currently ninth in the East, but they could slip out of the playoff spots if the Chicago Fire win their game in hand.
I know how good these players are and we all know what they can do. We needed to close the gap between us and New York City and start looking upwards.
This stadium is going to be massive for us in the run-in. I spoke to the players about that, and the supporters make a difference.
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