Colin Cerniglia

Sports journalist. @charlotte_footy creator. Past bylines: @theobserver @yardbarker. Member @SoccerReporters. Hubby & 2x girl dad. We Are 🦁

[Colin Cerniglia @cjcernig]

Thrilled with how this came out. Please check it out, spread the word, subscribe. Do all three if you can!

Stories like this exist because indie local journalists have relationships and access. If you want more of it, we have to show them we care and support @charlotte_footy!

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Charlotte Footy’s first full-length player feature is here: Jill Aguilera.

This is a story about transformation, mentality and what makes Jill such a compelling player.

Huge thanks to Jill and everyone who helped bring her story to life.

https://t.co/tTFVIzC9If

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Dean Smith and David Schnegg previewed C.F. Pachuca today.

Key notes: Pep Biel suspended. Allan Saint-Maximin available for his first minutes. Harry Toffolo still out.

Charlotte FC needs a win to advance.

Full media notebook: https://t.co/HRYMZ7gXuC

#ForTheCrown #LeagesCup

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Arin Wright described Jill Aguilera as having "the best laugh."

After spending an hour with Jill, I get it.

Turns out we're all big Amy Poehler fans... and this moment happened. Full Charlotte Footy feature coming soon.

@agilli16 @jill_aguilera @amypo

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It’s rising szn in Charlotte! 🏔️ ⚽️

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Carolina Ascent lost the Super League title by one game.

Their fix? Barely touch the roster.

20 players return. Only 2 additions — including a GK who broke the league's saves record.

Coach Philip Poole explains the bet on continuity 👇

https://t.co/Uwr0VZBiqs

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Independent, community-first coverage of Charlotte soccer.

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Two months ago, @charlotte_footy didn't exist.

Now: 32 stories. Every credentialed Charlotte FC media event. Exclusive interviews. Original podcast. 68% average open rate.

Next: MLS All-Star Week.

Celebrate with 20% off subscriptions through Aug. 1.

#ForTheCrown #MLSAllStar

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👏Putting on my @SoccerReporters president hat, I had great conversations with several MLS comms staff members over the break, regarding lack of locker room access (only seven clubs are in full compliance of MLS media policy regarding open locker rooms 15 minutes after games end). Thrilled to hear @HoustonDynamo has now re-opened their locker room! 👏

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Second straight derby: Atlanta United is at Charlotte FC on Wednesday.

@shwrites asked @cjcernig of Charlotte Footy about the Zaha → Saint-Maximin swap, how high this Charlotte side can climb, and why Pep Biel is the man to watch.

https://t.co/S3ySfQuYpF

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@LaurelPfahler @charlotte_footy Thank you so much for sharing! You rock, Laurel!

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It’s really tough going out on your own and building something new from scratch. Heck, it’s still tough for me six years later. I know I have some Charlotte-based followers. Consider subscribing to @charlotte_footy and support local journalism.

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17 months ago, I started covering Charlotte FC.

When the Observer cut freelancers this spring, I wasn't sure what came next.

Next week, I'll be covering MLS All-Star Week with @charlotte_footy credentials. To celebrate, memberships are 20% off through Aug. 1.

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Share this footage and more over @charlotte_footy during the open window of Charlotte FC’s training today, ahead of its Wed. match with Atlanta United

#ForTheCrown

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Some really great goal work going on at Charlotte FC training

#ForTheCrown

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Charlotte Footy has its own X account! Go follow to show Elon I'm not a 🤖

Also, read the tremendous analysis by @LaurelPfahler

https://t.co/Vqjv1EvGjQ

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Evander went nine games without a goal. Then scored nine times in eight games.

We asked @LaurelPfahler — covering FCC since 2015 — why Charlotte should be worried about him.

"He's just playing at an MVP level."

Full breakdown 👇
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#ForTheCrown #FCCincy

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Evander went nine games without a goal. Then scored nine times in eight games.

We asked @LaurelPfahler — covering FCC since 2015 — why Charlotte should be worried about him.

"He's just playing at an MVP level."

Full breakdown 👇
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#ForTheCrown #FCCincy

[Colin Cerniglia @cjcernig]

@SoccerenFolie @TBIRMontreal Thanks! Lots of excitement around the signing. Eager to have him get the visa stuff figured out and see him on the pitch

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Charlotte has lost 5 of 8 all-time to CF Montréal.

Including a 4-1 loss last year when Montréal finished 13th out of 15 in the East.

I asked @SoccerenFolie, who covers them every day, to explain it.

His answer: "I have NO IDEA."

MORE in reply below 👇

#ForTheCrown #CFMTL

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Smith says he still isn't paying attention to the standings.

"I honestly don't look at the table."

"For me, it's about [the] next game and building up momentum and consistency."

"Our aim is to improve on last season."

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Dean Smith says Charlotte FC's depth will be tested during a congested second half of the season.

"Getting the depth in all positions is a really important thing for the club to move forward."

#ForTheCrown #CharlotteFooty⚽️

[Colin Cerniglia @cjcernig]

Smith says Charlotte FC has created competition throughout the roster, with several players pushing for bigger roles after strong performances in training and behind-closed-doors friendlies.

"That's what I've always wanted, competitiveness throughout the squad."