Who is Orlando City SC transfer target Emmanuel Mas?

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Yesterday, respected soccer journalist César Luis Merlo tweeted that Orlando City SC had beaten off competition from Independiente to sign recent Boca Juniors left back Emmanuel Mas.

In a translated version of the original tweet, it read: “Emmanuel Mas will play for Orlando City in the MLS… In the next few hours, medical review and contract signing.” Continue reading

Who is Orlando City SC transfer target Nahuel Gallardo?

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On Tuesday, TyC Sports claimed Orlando City SC are negotiating a free loan with an option to buy for River Plate left back Nahuel Gallardo.

In a translated version of the original article, it read: “Orlando City is analysing the possibility of negotiating with River for the loan of Nahuel Gallardo.” Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: Orlando City SC vs Atlanta United – 17.04.2021

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With memories of the 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs defeat to New England Revolution now faded, anticipation fills the air as Oscar Pareja‘s Orlando City SC kick off the 2021 Major League Soccer campaign.

Starting at home for a seventh consecutive season in MLS, the Lions face fierce Georgia rivals Atlanta United. This was after defying all expectations to finish fifth overall last season. Continue reading

Who is Orlando City SC transfer target Henrique?

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Yesterday, SuperVasco.com claimed Orlando City SC are close to signing Vasco da Gama left back Henrique with negotiations set to be finalised in the coming days.

In a translated version of the article, it read: “Orlando City, club of the United States, are already in talks and the negotiation should be closed in the next days.” Continue reading

Who is Orlando City SC’s new left back Jonathan Suárez?

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Orlando City SC‘s hunt for left back depth is now over after Oscar Pareja‘s Lions signed Jonathan Suárez on a one-year loan from Liga MX side Querétaro earlier today.

A one-year loan with an option to buy, the 23-year-old is Orlando City SC‘s second loan signing of the off-season after welcoming Brandon Austin from Tottenham last month. Continue reading

Twitter reacts to… Orlando City SC’s Daryl Dike joining Barnsley on loan

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A transfer coming completely out of the blue for Lions fans, Orlando City SC today announced that Daryl Dike has joined Barnsley on a short-term loan deal with a conditional right of recall.

Under 24 hours after Daryl Dike made his senior international debut for Gregg Berhalter’s USMNT, the 20-year-old now embarks on an exciting new challenge in the EFL Championship on our very own British shores. Continue reading

Who are Orlando City SC’s four 2021 MLS SuperDraft picks?

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Whetting the appetite for a brand new Major League Soccer season, the 2021 MLS SuperDraft took place today with Orlando City SC making four picks overall.

After Oscar Pareja‘s Lions selected Derek Dodson, Rio Hope-Gund, Brandon Hackenberg and Andrew Pannenberg, Orlando City UK found out a little more about each individual college talent acquired in the draft. Continue reading

Who is Orlando City SC transfer target Franco Cervi?

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Yesterday, respected Portuguese soccer journalist Bruno Andrade tweeted that Benfica’s Franco Cervi is finalising a switch to MLS with Orlando City SC leading the race for the Argentina international winger.

In a translated version of Andrade’s original tweet, it said Oscar Pareja‘s old club FC Dallas have “also shown interest” in Cervi and risk “disrupting the business”. Continue reading

Twitter reacts to… Orlando City SC signing Alexander Alvarado

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After Alex Leitão cryptically tweeted about a new arrival on Sunday, Orlando City SC officially announced the signing of Alexander Alvarado today.

The 21-year-old Ecuador international becomes the Lions’ second mid-season signing, arriving at Exploria Stadium on loan through the end of 2020 with an option to buy. Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: Portland Timbers vs Orlando City SC – 11.08.2020

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Pinch us because we’re in dreamland! That’s right – Orlando City SC are just 90 minutes away from their first major honour in the Major League Soccer era.

After defeating Minnesota United 3-1 in the semi-finals, Oscar Pareja‘s now face Portland Timbers in the #MLSisBack Tournament Final on Tuesday, August 11. Continue reading