Brooklyn, New York, April 11, 2026 – Brooklyn FC delivered a commanding performance to secure a 3–0 victory over Charleston Battery, controlling the match from early on and never letting their grip slip.
The hosts struck first in the 9th minute when winger Jaden Servania unleashed a left-footed effort from outside the box that found the bottom corner, setting the tone for the evening.
Charleston had a brief chance to respond shortly before, but midfielder Emilio Ycaza’s close-range header drifted just over the bar.
Brooklyn doubled their lead in the 32nd minute through forward Stefan Stojanovic, who finished a fast break with a precise strike into the bottom right corner after being set up by winger Markus Anderson.
The first half ended with Brooklyn firmly in control at 2–0, despite a late push from Charleston that forced a strong save from goalkeeper Jackson Lee.
After the break, Charleston showed more urgency, creating several chances, most notably through forward Miguel Berry, but Lee stood tall, making multiple key saves to preserve the clean sheet.
Brooklyn remained dangerous on the counter and sealed the result in the 61st minute when Anderson converted from close range after a well-worked move involving forward CJ Olney Jr.
The closing stages saw Charleston push for a consolation goal, earning corners and testing the defense, but Brooklyn stayed organized.
Lee continued his impressive performance with crucial stops, while the defense absorbed pressure effectively.
In the end, Brooklyn’s clinical finishing and disciplined defending proved decisive.
The 3–0 scoreline reflected their efficiency in both boxes, while Charleston were left to rue missed opportunities and an inability to break through a resilient back line.
SCORING SUMMARY
Brooklyn FC – Jaden Servania (9’), Stefan Stojanovic (32’), Markus Anderson (61’)
Charleston Battery – None
DISCIPLINE
Brooklyn FC
Yellow Cards – Jaden Servania (20’), Tommy McNamara (45+4’), So Nishikawa (87’), Jackson Lee (90+3’)
Charleston Battery
Yellow Cards – Kirill Pakhomov (26’), Laurent Kissiedou (90+1’)
LINEUPS
Brooklyn FC – Jackson Lee; Ryan McLaughlin (So Nishikawa 71’), Gabriel Alves, Thomas Vancaeyezeele, Vuk Latinovich; Jaden Servania (Malik Pinto 59’), Taimu Okiyoshi, CJ Olney Jr. (Peter Mangione 82’), Tommy McNamara (Juan Obregón Jr. 71’); Markus Anderson, Stefan Stojanovic (Abdoulaye Kanté 71’)
Unused Substitutes: Lukas Burns, Callum Frogson
Charleston Battery – Luis Zamudio; Sean Suber (Joey Akpunonu 45’), Nathan Messer (Jack Wayne 85’), Graham Smith, Colton Swan (Wilmer Cabrera 45’); Kirill Pakhomov (Maalique Foster 62’), Emilio Ycaza (Nanan Houssou 62’), Jeremy Kelly; Laurent Kissiedou, Douglas Martínez, Miguel Berry
Unused Substitutes: John Berner, Kruz Held
UP NEXT FOR BROOKLYN FC MEN
Brooklyn FC returns home on Tuesday, April 21, as they host Sacramento Republic FC at Maimonides Park. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM ET.
All matches are available live on ESPN+. Multiple home match ticketing options, including multi-game and single-game, are available. For more information, visit www.brooklynfootballclub.com.
