STATS PREVIEW: Santos Laguna vs Orlando City SC – 29.07.2023

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After defeating Houston Dynamo 5-4 on penalties (1-1 at full-time) in our first “South 2” group game of the 2023 Leagues Cup, Orlando City SC now face Liga MX side Santos Laguna at Exploria Stadium, requiring at least two points to guarantee a spot in the Round of 32 knockout stage.

Previously facing Guerreros back in the 2021 Leagues Cup, Miguel Gallardo‘s boyhood club Santos Laguna were victorious on that occasion (0-1) with Oscar Pareja‘s side hoping for a better outcome this time around. Continue reading

Who is Orlando City SC transfer target Germán Cano?

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So on Monday, Orlando City SC announced Andrés Perea as their first winter signing and there could well be another South American addition on the way.

The Lions have reportedly submitted a formal transfer offer for Deportivo Independiente Medellin striker Germán Cano with Oscar Pareja confirming City’s interest on Colombian radio show El Alargue. Continue reading