Kerwin Vargas
APR
RW
One-v-One Creator
Jan 2, 2002 (24)
Right
5'11"
154 lb
Sets up one of two goals
Vargas had an assist while creating two chances and making two interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Vargas set up Ashley Westwood in the 12th minute while leading Charlotte in chances created and interceptions. Vargas has two goal involvements to go along with five shots, four chances over his last three appearances.
Opens scoring Wednesday
Vargas scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United. He was subbed off due to injury in the 85th minute.
Analysis: Vargas was able to open the scoring for Charlotte on Wednesday, with the forward finding the back of the net in the 16th minute. This is his third goal of the season, with his last coming April 18. He also has three assists, with six goal contributions in 16 appearances (11 starts) this season.
Scores goal before exit
Vargas scored once before being forced off in the 85th minute of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta due to fatigue rather than injury, according to coach Dean Smith, per TopBin90.
Analysis: Vargas opened the scoring in the 16th minute, his third goal of the season, converting after Archie Goodwin's initial shot was only parried by the goalkeeper. His late withdrawal was purely precautionary given tired legs, and with no injury concern, he should be available without restriction for Charlotte's next fixture against NYRB on Saturday.
Sets up two goals
Vargas assisted twice to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Toronto FC.
Analysis: Vargas assisted Wilfried Zaha in the 19th minute and David Schnegg in the 35th minute. Vargas completed 14 passes and contributed defensively with one tackle, one interception, and one clearance. This marked his first goal contribution in four games, bringing his total to five goal contributions this campaign.
Assists in loss
Vargas took two shots (zero on goal), created two chances, and assisted on a goal in Saturday's 4-2 loss at Nashville. He was also fouled three times in the match.
Analysis: Vargas notched his first assist of the 2026 campaign, and he has a goal contribution in two of his last three appearances. His recent attacking contributions boost his chances of becoming a consistent starter going forward. Up next, Charlotte travels to face the New England Revolution on Saturday.
Scores off bench
Vargas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over New York City FC.
Analysis: Vargas recorded a huge goal off the bench to help give Charlotte the one up on NYCFC Saturday. He's scored two goals in the last four MLS appearances, three of them coming as starts, while collecting seven crosses and six tackles in that span.
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