New York City FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC in an MLS encounter that reflected their superior efficiency despite limited attacking opportunities. Nicolas Fernandez's solitary goal proved decisive, with City's xG of 1.17 compared to Charlotte's 0.46 illustrating the visitors' dominance in chance creation. Charlotte fashioned five shots but managed only two on target, whilst NYCFC's clinical approach saw them convert from just four attempts, one of which found the target. Deployed in a 3-4-1-2 formation, City controlled the match's rhythm effectively, whilst Charlotte's 4-2-3-1 setup struggled to generate sustained pressure. The visitors' goalkeeper faced minimal threat, recording a save percentage of 0.0, though this reflected Charlotte's inability to test him rather than defensive solidity. Jon Freemon oversaw proceedings without incident. The result extends NYCFC's winning momentum in the regular season.