Match Summary
Orlando City SC defeated St. Louis City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by F. Torres 48′, R. Alm 79′, F. Torres 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Orlando City SC had 57% possession while St. Louis City held 43%. Orlando City SC had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Orlando City SC 1.67 — St. Louis City 0.74. Orlando City SC made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Anthony Markanich 81′), Penalty confirmed (Rafael Santos 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Orlando City SC and St. Louis City — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Þórhallsson
Penalty
Match Statistics
Orlando City SC had 57% possession against St. Louis City's 43%. Orlando City SC registered 11 shots (4 on target) while St. Louis City managed 10 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 8–4. Fouls committed: 11–21.
Lineups
Orlando City SC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Ó. Pareja, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-3-1-2 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Orlando City SC is 6.86, compared to 6.69 for St. Louis City. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Orlando City SC's highest-rated starter is C. Araújo (7.09), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is A. Watts (6.69).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Orlando City SC have contributed 5 goals and 9 assists this season, led by D. McGuire (3G). St. Louis City's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by A. Watts (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Orlando City SC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.64 on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Orlando City SC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus St. Louis City's 4 rated 6.69. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Orlando City SC start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.81, compared to 2 for St. Louis City averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 46% for Orlando City SC and —% for St. Louis City. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Orlando City SC's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for St. Louis City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Orlando City SC's starting XI is 25.2 (youngest: C. Araújo (24), oldest: Rafael Santos (27)), while St. Louis City average 28.0 (youngest: A. Watts (25), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Orlando City SC's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 22 for St. Louis City. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Orlando City SC have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Orlando City SC and St. Louis City have met 1 times — Orlando City SC won 1, St. Louis City won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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