Orlando City has signed 20-year-old Brazilian winger Tiago from Bahia, who will join the team through the 2027-28 MLS season with an option for 2028-29, bringing energy and versatility to their attack.
Orlando City has transferred Argentine defender Rodrigo Schlegel to Mexican club Atlas after six seasons with the MLS team, where he contributed to their 2022 US Open Cup win and multiple playoff appearances.
The article discusses the upcoming MLS winter transfer market, highlighting key teams like Inter Miami, Toronto FC, Orlando City, New York Red Bulls, and D.C. United, and their potential moves including player signings, roster adjustments, and strategic shifts ahead of the 2026 season.
Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to the Leagues Cup final with a second-half brace in a 3-1 victory over Orlando City, securing their spot in the 2025 final and the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.
Orlando City SC has announced its starting lineup and bench for the Leagues Cup 2025 semifinal match against Inter Miami, featuring a full-strength team and the return of Duncan McGuire from injury, with the game scheduled at Chase Stadium.
Orlando City defeated Inter Miami 4-1 in the Florida Derby, completing a season sweep and showcasing strong team effort and standout performances from Luis Muriel and Martín Ojeda, while Miami struggled to find their form in their first away loss to Orlando in over five years.
The MLS Power Rankings highlight significant team movements and performances, with Orlando City and Vancouver Whitecaps continuing their ascent, San Diego FC maintaining top form, and Philadelphia leading the Shield standings. The article discusses various team performances, injuries, transfers, and upcoming challenges as the season progresses.
In MLS Matchday 7, Philadelphia Union secured a 2-0 victory over Minnesota United with a characteristic performance, while D.C. United clinched a 1-0 win against Montreal. New York City FC held Inter Miami CF to a 1-1 draw, and Charlotte FC settled for a 1-1 draw with FC Cincinnati. Meanwhile, LA Galaxy defeated Seattle Sounders 1-0, and Sporting KC emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Toronto FC.
Duncan McGuire scored the fifth-fastest goal in MLS history, finding the net just 14 seconds into Orlando City's match against Minnesota United. This marked the fastest goal in the club's history and the first of the season for McGuire, who had a winter loan to Blackburn Rovers fall through. Despite McGuire's brace, Minnesota secured a 3-2 victory with a 96th-minute winner from Bongokuhle Hlongwane.
Luis Suarez scored his first MLS goals for Inter Miami in their 5-0 victory over Orlando City, and he responded to critics by stating "people in soccer do not have memory." The former Barcelona striker has been managing long-standing knee problems and recently reunited with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.
Inter Miami leads Orlando City 3-0 at halftime with Luis Suárez scoring two goals and Robert Taylor adding another. Lionel Messi had a chance to score but missed a free kick opportunity and wowed fans with his dribbling. Referee Guiherme Ceretta was removed from the game due to a potential conflict after photos of him wearing Inter Miami apparel surfaced online. Messi is expected to join Argentina for this summer’s Copa America, and has reached 500 million followers on Instagram.
Referee Guilherme Ceretta was replaced for Saturday's MLS game between Inter Miami CF and Orlando City SC after photos of him wearing an Inter Miami jersey surfaced on social media. The change comes amid a lockout of referees by the Professional Referee Organization (PRO) as part of negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement with the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA). The PSRA has offered a counterproposal, which PRO rejected, leading to a standstill in negotiations.
Duncan McGuire's transfer from Orlando City to Blackburn has officially fallen through, leaving him in limbo and set to return to Orlando City. Blackburn will open talks for a summer transfer, but their current disarray and potential relegation complicates matters. McGuire's return to Orlando City is complicated by the signing of Luis Muriel, creating competition for playing time. There is uncertainty about McGuire's future and the possibility of a trade or loan within MLS.
Orlando City's soccer stadium, formerly known as Exploria Stadium, has been renamed Inter&Co Stadium after a partnership with Inter&Co, the first financial institution with Latin-American roots to own the naming rights of a major stadium in the United States. The stadium hosts both the Lions and the Pride, and the partnership aims to enhance the fan experience and further connect soccer cultures in meaningful ways.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi suffered a hamstring injury during a game against Toronto and will not be able to play in the upcoming match against Orlando City, disappointing fans who were hoping to see him in person.