Emmanuel Latte Lath likely returns to start for Atlanta while the former English Premier League star could star up top for Charlotte.

Members of Charlotte FC acknowledge this season could become something special, so putting some of that on display in front of the home crowd is a much-anticipated opportunity Saturday afternoon in Charlotte.

With two foals from $22 million signing Emmanuel Latte Lath, Atlanta pushed past CF Montréal for a 3-2 win on opening night. Meanwhile, Charlotte picked up a point in a 2-2 draw with the Seattle Sounders.

Charlotte FC will kick off Saturday in its home-opener against Atlanta United FC at the Bank America Stadium. Channel 9 spoke with fans who said they are excited, especially after Wilfried Zaha was signed onto the team during the off-season.

Charlotte FC Head Coach Dean Smith has confirmed that star signing Wilfried Zaha will be available for the team's home opener against Atlanta United on March 1. Zaha missed the season's first match due to the birth of his child but has now rejoined the squad and is ready to make his home debut.