The Charleston Battery fell 1-2 to El Paso Locomotive FC, ending their 11-game unbeaten run in league play, despite a late equalizer by Jackson Conway. The defeat came after the Battery played with 10 men in the second half, following Chris Allan's sending off. Charleston dominated the first half but struggled to find the finishing touch, ultimately conceding a stoppage time goal to El Paso.

By the Numbers
  • Charleston's record stands at 8W-1L-3D (27pts), placing them atop the USL Championship and Eastern Conference standings.
  • El Paso capitalized on the one-man advantage in the 69th minute to score the opening goal.
  • Jackson Conway's late equalizer in the 87th minute marked his second goal of the year for the Battery.
Yes, But

The Battery's defeat marked the end of their 11-game unbeaten run, but they remain at the top of the league and Eastern Conference standings.

State of Play
  • Charleston Battery remains atop the USL Championship and Eastern Conference standings.
  • The team showed resilience despite playing a man down in the second half.
  • The defeat against El Paso ended their impressive unbeaten streak of 11 games.
What's Next

Charleston will travel to California to face Monterey Bay FC on Wed., May 29, in a nationally televised game on CBS Sports Network. They will then return to Patriots Point on Sat., June 8, to host Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC.

Bottom Line

Charleston Battery's defeat to El Paso, after an 11-game unbeaten streak, showcases their resilience despite playing with a man down. The loss, while disappointing, does not diminish their standing at the top of the league and Eastern Conference, highlighting their strength and competitive spirit.