The Ivorian forward, who missed the season opener on account of the birth of his child, is now set to make his home debut.

Charlotte FC Head Coach Dean Smith has affirmed that the club's star signing, Wilfried Zaha, will be in the lineup for the team's home opener against Atlanta United on March 1. Zaha was absent from the season's first fixture due to the arrival of his new - born, but he has since rejoined the squad and is primed to showcase his skills in his home debut.

The club also confirmed via a statement, “Charlotte FC Head Coach Dean Smith today confirmed during his weekly press conference that forward Wilfried Zaha will train later today and be with the team tomorrow ahead of this weekend’s match against Atlanta United on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Everyone at the Club congratulates Wilf and his family on the birth of his baby, Zuri.”

Zaha's availability for the home opener represents a major shot in the arm for Charlotte FC. The Ivorian forward, having joined the club on an 18 - month loan from Galatasaray, is anticipated to be a linchpin in Dean Smith's strategies for the 2025 MLS season. His presence could prove decisive as Charlotte aims to build on their performance from the season opener, in which they managed to secure a 2 - 2 draw against Seattle Sounders.

As Charlotte FC readies to host Atlanta United in their home opener, all eyes will be fixed on Bank of America Stadium. Scheduled for Saturday, March 1, this match is likely to witness Zaha making his much - awaited home debut in the club's second MLS game of the season.