Dikwa’s Late Brace Lifts Rhode Island to 2‑0 Road Win Over North Carolina FC

CARY, N.C. (Interstat) — Albert Dikwa scored two goals in the final 10 minutes to power Rhode Island to a 2-0 victory over North Carolina FC in a USL Championship match on Saturday. After a scoreless first half at First Horizon Stadium, Dikwa broke the deadlock in the 81st minute and sealed the win with his second goal in stoppage time. The result defied pregame projections that favored the home side. Rhode Island improved its season record, while North Carolina FC was shut out at home.