Chivas de Guadalajara battled Charlotte FC to a thrilling 2‑2 draw in Chivas vs Charlotte Match and survived a 4‑2 penalty shootout in Leagues Cup group play. Discover how to watch, match highlights, context and what’s next.
🗞 Background Context & Match Recap
The 2025 Leagues Cup features 36 clubs (18 from MLS, 18 from Liga MX), held across Canada and the U.S. from July 29 to August 31.
On August 3, in Phase One Matchday 2, Charlotte FC hosted Chivas de Guadalajara at Bank of America Stadium. Both sides entered winless after losing their openers: Chivas to the New York Red Bulls in stoppage time, and Charlotte to FC Juárez 4‑1 .
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🏟 Key Events
- Charlotte FC struck first in the 11th minute via Liel Abada’s right‑footed rocket .
- Richard Ledezma, on his debut for Chivas, leveled with a left‑footed strike in minute 24.
- Bryan González headed Chivas into the lead in minute 66.
- Acting as hero, Kerwin Vargas drilled a free‑kick in 90′ to force penalties for Charlotte.
The game finished 2‑2 in regulation, sending the match to a shootout. Chivas prevailed 4‑2 on penalties Raúl Rangel making the deciding save and claimed the extra point.
Standout Performers
- Player of the Match: Richard Ledezma earned the honor for his equalizer.
- Charlotte’s Vargas forced penalties with a stunning free‑kick, while goalkeeper David Bingham made five saves in regular time.
Broader Impact
- Chivas remains alive in the group stage with one draw and a shootout win (2 points).
- Charlotte FC, with just one point, was eliminated after other results on matchday sealed their fate.
📺 Where to Watch Chivas de Guadalajara vs Charlotte FC (Leagues Cup)
Broadcast options (USA):
- MLS Season Pass via Apple TV Global live streaming platform for all matches.
- Also available on FS1, TUDN, Univision and Fubo Sports in English/Spanish depending on region.
- Prime Video offered a replay option immediately after the game.
Tip: Coverage includes English and Spanish commentary, with Apple TV offering free or discounted local access in many areas. Season ticket holders often get free MLS Season Pass.
📖 Chivas vs Charlotte Analysis
Chivas responded resiliently after their dramatic defeat to NY Red Bulls where Emil Forsberg had scored a stoppage time free kick injury goal to save RBNY the win and automatically denied a shootout point for Guadalajara.
Charlotte’s downfall stemmed from fatigue the red card to Idan Toklomati in previous match and defensive vulnerabilities though their scoring streak remained intact until elimination.
Penalties bring drama: Chivas continues their strong shootout form in group play among other Liga MX sides who also advanced via PKs on Matchday 2.
✅ Looking Ahead
- Chivas still has one more Phase One game vs FC Cincinnati on Aug 7 and must hope other results fall in their favor to advance
- Charlotte FC will close its participation at that same date vs CF Monterrey but they are already mathematically eliminated.