Charlotte Independence at New York Red Bulls: How to Watch, Live Stream and More

The Charlotte Independence travel to the great state of New Jersey this afternoon for an Eastern Conference showdown with New York Red Bulls II.  Charlotte is on a bit of a high after two good performances that have vaulted them to third in the Eastern Conference with a 3-2-0 (9 points).  But what awaits them in Harrison?  A second place Red Bulls II team that has yet to lose this season.

The Goal for the Independence:  grab a road result.

What to Watch For

1)  Road Tripping: Charlotte has only played one game on the road so far this season and it ended in a 2-1 loss to FC Cincinnati.  We have documented their road struggles last season and although it is a limited sample, they have yet to grab a point.  NYRBII poses a very significant challenge, but if the Independence are serious about competing for a playoff spot and more in USL, this is a game they need to get a result in.

2)  Colorado Rapids Loaned Players: The Rapids sent both Dennis Castillo and Zach Pfeffer to Charlotte on loan this week and they join Emmanuel Appiah, Caleb Calvert and John Berner.  Calvert is having a good season so far with 2 goals so I expect him to play.  It is more interesting to see what Castillo and Pfeffer do as their loans are not season long like t he other three players.

Officiating Assignments

Referee: Dave Beckner

Assistant Referees: Justen Lopez and Kenneth Rojas

Fourth Official: Peter Mandell

How to Watch

Match Date/Time: Sunday, 1 May 2016 at 2:00 PM MDT

Venue: Red Bull Arena--Harrison, New Jersey

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