Charlotte FC claimed a 2–0 victory over Atlas FC in the Leagues Cup group stage, capitalizing on clinical finishing despite controlling just 37 per cent possession. The hosts deployed a compact 4-3-3 shape that proved effective on the counter, with Liel Abada among the scorers as Charlotte converted four of their nine attempts into on-target efforts. Atlas dominated possession at 63 per cent and matched Charlotte's shot count at nine, including four on target, but their goalkeeper's 50 per cent save rate proved costly—a stark contrast to Charlotte's stopper, who made four saves from four shots faced to secure a clean sheet. The Mexican side's 4-3-1-2 formation generated attacking pressure throughout but lacked the clinical edge needed to breach Charlotte's resolute defence. This result strengthens Charlotte's group-stage credentials and demonstrates their threat on the break.