Orlando City secures first’s season victory
Heading into this clash, Orlando City was in desperate search for their inaugural triumph in the current Major League Soccer season. Despite boasting a formidable squad, a scheduling conflict with FIFA international fixtures meant Orlando was without five key players from Oscar Pareja's preferred lineup. Missing were Pedro Gallese and Wilder Cartagena at Peru, Facundo Torres at Uruguay, David Brekalo at Slovenia, Duncan McGuire at the U.S. youth national team, and also Abid Salim at Somalia, leaving significant gaps in the roster.
Orlando City Still on the Hunt for Their First Win
In a spirited clash under the lights, Orlando City, still nursing the wounds of their recent Concacaf elimination and devoid of victories in this season's campaign, took to the field against Atlanta with a singular resolve: to secure the elusive three points. Guided by the tactical acumen of Head Coach Oscar Pareja, the Lions set out with a fierce hunger for their first win.
Orlando City Keeps Season Opener Undefeated Streak Alive, Thanks to Pedro Gallese’s Heroics
In a match that brimmed with intensity and heart, Orlando City SC entered their home ground on the back of a spotless preseason record and a commendable runner-up finish in last year’s standings, surrounded by a palpable sense of winning atmosphere. For the first time, the air was thick with expectations from specialized Major League Soccer journalists, many of whom had tipped the Lions as strong contenders to hoist Trophies this season.
Orlando City Elevates Major League Soccer’s Prestige with Stellar Performance
The 2024 preseason kicked off with an exciting fixture, witnessing Orlando City squaring off against the Brazilian powerhouse Flamengo, a team renowned both in Brazil and globally. Flamengo's squad boasts high-caliber players such as central defender David Luiz, a former Chelsea and Brazil World Cup team member, Gabi with his stint at Inter Milan, Arrascaeta of the Uruguay national team, and helmed by the esteemed coach Tite, former Brazil national team manager. This match garnered particular interest in Orlando City, owing to the substantial Brazilian community present in the area.
Iceland defeats Guatemala by the minimum 1-0
By Alonso Contreras
In a closely contested match at the INTER MIAMI stadium, the Icelandic team secured a narrow victory over their Guatemalan counterparts. The venue, also home to Messi, welcomed its new star, Luis Suarez, on the same day.