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CLTvSEA Starting XI: Raúl Ruidíaz gets the start, Alex Roldan returns from suspension

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Head Coach Brian Schmetzer names his lineup for tonight's road match against Eastern Conference opponent Charlotte FC (4:30 p.m. PT; Watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, 950 KJR AM, El Rey 1360AM) at Bank of America Stadium. Here is the Delta Starting XI:

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LINEUP NOTES:

  • Striker Raúl Ruidíaz makes his first start since the match against the Portland Timbers on April 15 after recovering from a hamstring injury. Midfielder Cristian Roldan earns his first start since April 8 against St. Louis CITY SC after returning from concussion protocol. 
  • Nicolás Lodeiro misses the match with a right adductor strain. Albert Rusnák shifts forward into the No. 10 role, with Obed Vargas replacing the Slovakian international in the deep-lying midfield role next to João Paulo.
  • Alex Roldan returns to the starting lineup after missing the last match due to yellow card accumulation.
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