Why I support Orlando City SC… UK fan Harry Salvidge has his say

Orlando City UK Member Harry Salvidge

When I established Orlando City UK in November 2015, I could’ve only dreamed about having 40 members as part of what is now an Official International Fan Club of Orlando City SC.

Signing up as a member in May, we caught up with die-hard Watford and Orlando City SC supporter Harry Salvidge about his Lions love affair and just why MLS means so much to him. Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: Orlando City SC vs New York City FC – 26.07.2018

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After the furore and injustice of a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat at Columbus Crew last weekend, Orlando City SC must clear their heads for a rare Thursday night test against New York City FC at Orlando City Stadium.

With Silviu Petrescu’s horror decision to hand Crew a penalty in the 88th minute begging belief, Wil Trapp’s last gasp wonder strike stole all three points in a loss that was incredibly difficult to swallow. Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: New York City FC vs Orlando City SC – 02.06.2018

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Orlando City SC‘s six-game winning streak is now a distant memory having suffered our third consecutive loss against Chicago Fire (1-2) last weekend.

A late Alan Gordon screamer settled a game that Orlando City SC had actually dominated with the Lions squandering numerous second-half plays to find no way beyond Patrick McLain. Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: Philadelphia Union vs Orlando City SC – 13.04.2018

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Following Orlando City SC‘s heart-stopping 3-2 comeback against Portland Timbers, Jason Kreis‘ Lions now face their second away game of the season at Philadelphia Union.

Our final road stop in a disappointing 2017 MLS campaign, Orlando City SC will be eager to avenge October 2017’s 6-1 mauling that sent us into the winter feeling rather gloomy. Continue reading

STATS PREVIEW: New York City FC vs Orlando City SC – 17.03.2018

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After our disappointing 2-1 home loss against Adrian Heath’s Minnesota United, Jason Kreis’ Lions now embark on their first road game of 2018 – a trip to face New York City FC at Yankee Stadium.

Taking on our 2015 MLS expansion rivals for the tenth time, both sides are incredibly familiar with one another, none more so than Jason Kreis who’s coached both franchises. Continue reading

Where will R. J. Allen & Stéfano Pinho fit in at Orlando City SC?

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It may have taken Orlando City SC longer than fellow MLS clubs this off-season but the first new faces are through the entry doors ahead of 2018.

Yesterday, Jason Kreis‘ Lions secured deals for both New York City FC full back R. J. Allen and Miami FC forward Stéfano Pinho. Continue reading

Former New York City FC player on trial with Orlando City SC

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Former New York City FC winger Tony Taylor is currently on trial with Orlando City SC having appeared in a behind closed doors friendly against River Plate yesterday.

As referenced by a tweet from @NYCFCNation this afternoon, the 28-year-old attacker was pictured in purple as he aimed to impress onlookers at Orlando City Stadium. Continue reading

MLS to host Heineken Rivalry Week viewing party in London this June

MLS Heineken Rivalry Week London Viewing Party – Special Guest Frank Lampard

Fantastic news for any MLS fan based in the United Kingdom, Major League Soccer are hosting an official Heineken Rivalry Week London viewing party on Saturday June 24th.

The game in question is Sky Sports 5’s live coverage of New York Red Bulls versus New York City FC with former NYCFC midfielder and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard attending for an exclusive meet and greet. Continue reading