Overview
- Robert Lewandowski scored both goals in Soldier Field’s match that the Fire won 2-1 on Saturday, delivering his first MLS goals and the game-winner in the 68th minute.
- Charlotte opened the scoring through Pep Biel before Lewandowski equalized with a long-range strike about two minutes later.
- Head coach Gregg Berhalter hailed Lewandowski’s commitment and finishing, calling him an “absolute killer” in the box and saying the signing has already changed the team’s attacking focal point.
- Lewandowski had been scoreless in his first two road appearances for Chicago after arriving from FC Barcelona on a reported two-year deal, and his debut brace ends the Fire’s more-than-two-month wait for a home win.
- Marca reported about 32,183 fans at Soldier Field for the match, and Chicago now must manage selection and fitness with Leagues Cup group-stage games coming up and roster shifts that included Hugo Cuypers leaving earlier in the summer.