“We play football because we want to win… but today, I believe I am the happiest coach in the world,” said Charlotte Football Club head coach Miguel Ramírez after the team’s record-breaking home debut. “It was amazing. I cannot describe in words the energy and I would like to thank everyone who joined us in this party, it really was a party.”
Charlotte FC may have lost the game, but 74,479 fans ensured that it was still one of the largest and most joyous parties Charlotte’s seen. As he will for the duration of the season, photographer Logan Cyrus was there from the early hours of tailgating to the streets still abuzz with excitement following the game.
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Manolo Betancur, owner of Manolo's Latin Bakery, presents a cake dedicated to all the Charlotte FC supporter groups hours before kickoff.
Manolo Betancur, owner of Manolo's Latin Bakery, presents a cake dedicated to all the Charlotte FC supporter groups hours before kickoff.
Charlotte FC head coach Miguel Ramirez wears an anti-war shirt during the home opener.
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Charlotte FC defender Jaylin Lindsey reflects at midfield after the home opener. Later in a press conference Lindsey was quoted, "Before I walked off the pitch, I sat at midfield trying to soak it all in. Picturing myself 7-8 years ago in the nosebleeds watching Panthers games and ICC games. Now, I'm that person on the field. It was one of the best nights of my life."
Charlotte FC defender Jaylin Lindsey reflects at midfield after the home opener. Later in a press conference Lindsey was quoted, "Before I walked off the pitch, I sat at midfield trying to soak it all in. Picturing myself 7-8 years ago in the nosebleeds watching Panthers games and ICC games. Now, I'm that person on the field. It was one of the best nights of my life."
