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Charleston Battery completes 1-2 comeback win at Miami FC

Charleston Battery secured a comeback victory at Miami FC, earning a top-four Eastern Conference finish and home playoff advantage.

Oct 18, 2026, 12:39 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report
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The Charleston Battery rallied from a 1-0 halftime deficit to defeat Miami FC 2-1 in a USL Championship regular season match at Pitbull Stadium, Live 5 WCSC reported. Miami took an early lead with a goal in the 25th minute, but Charleston scored twice in the second half to complete the comeback.

Colton Swan and Miguel Berry scored quick goals in the second half to secure the win for Charleston, according to Live 5 WCSC. The Battery’s pressure continued throughout the match, with several shots on goal and key substitutions helping shift momentum.

This victory clinched a top-four finish for Charleston in the Eastern Conference, guaranteeing home-field advantage in the opening round of the 2026 USL Championship Playoffs scheduled for October 30, Live 5 WCSC noted. The match was played in rainy conditions, adding to the challenge.

The Battery’s win is their second consecutive comeback victory, demonstrating resilience as they prepare for the postseason. The team showed strong offensive efforts despite Miami holding the early lead and the Battery having more shots overall in the first half.

Charleston fans can look forward to playoff action at home following this important road win. The team’s performance in Miami sets a positive tone heading into the final stretch of the regular season and the upcoming playoffs.

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  1. Live 5 WCSC: Battery complete 1-2 comeback victory in Miami
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