Match Summary
Orlando City SC defeated FC Cincinnati 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by R. Enrique 10′, L. Acosta 45′, I. Angulo 66′, R. Enrique 72′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FC Cincinnati had 54% possession while Orlando City SC held 46%. FC Cincinnati had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (5 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: FC Cincinnati 1.17 — Orlando City SC 2.06. FC Cincinnati made 5 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Cincinnati and Orlando City SC — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Smith
assist: T. Hadebe
assist: R. Enrique
assist: I. Angulo
Match Statistics
FC Cincinnati had 54% possession against Orlando City SC's 46%. FC Cincinnati registered 19 shots (6 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 6 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 16–13.
Lineups
FC Cincinnati lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under P. Noonan, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Ó. Pareja.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Cincinnati is 7.11, compared to 6.85 for Orlando City SC. 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. FC Cincinnati's highest-rated starter is P. Bucha (7.11), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is C. Araújo (7.09).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Cincinnati have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by P. Bucha (1G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 10 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by R. Enrique (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
FC Cincinnati deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. 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
FC Cincinnati field 4 midfielders averaging 7.11, versus Orlando City SC's 5 rated 6.99. 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
FC Cincinnati start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Orlando City SC averaging 6.79. 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 42% for FC Cincinnati and 46% for Orlando City SC. 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
FC Cincinnati's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Orlando City SC. 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 FC Cincinnati's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: K. Kelsy (21), oldest: Y. Asad (31)), while Orlando City SC average 25.2 (youngest: C. Araújo (24), oldest: Rafael Santos (27)). 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
FC Cincinnati's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 25 for Orlando City SC. 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, FC Cincinnati have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Orlando City SC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FC Cincinnati and Orlando City SC have met 2 times — FC Cincinnati won 1, Orlando City SC won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Cincinnati leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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