Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
DC United and Orlando City SC drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Hopkins 33′, A. Freeman 53′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. DC United had 36% possession while Orlando City SC held 64%. DC United had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 25 (10 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: DC United 0.51 — Orlando City SC 1.60. DC United made 4 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 3. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Lukas MacNaughton 56′).
Match Events
Key match events between DC United and Orlando City SC — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
DC United had 36% possession against Orlando City SC's 64%. DC United registered 6 shots (2 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 25 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 1–5. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
DC United lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under René Weiler, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-4-2 under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for DC United is 6.69, compared to 6.75 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. DC United's highest-rated starter is M. Peltola (7.11), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is M. Ojeda (7.45).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of DC United have contributed 6 goals and 4 assists this season, led by L. Bartlett (2G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 15 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Ojeda (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
DC United deploy 4 defenders rated 6.63 on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.56. 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
DC United field 5 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus Orlando City SC's 4 rated 6.70. 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
DC United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Orlando City SC averaging 7.00. 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 71% for DC United and 82% 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
DC United's starters have collected 15 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 DC United's starting XI is 24.9 (youngest: J. Hopkins (21), oldest: C. Antley (30)), while Orlando City SC average 27.3 (youngest: D. McGuire (24), oldest: R. Jansson (34)). 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
DC United's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 12 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
Coach: René Weiler
Substitutes
Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez
Rivalry since 2015
DC United vs Orlando City SC Head to Head Results· 21
DC United and Orlando City SC have met 21 times — DC United won 10, Orlando City SC won 9, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. DC United leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 73 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.48 per match (35 for the home side, 38 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, DC United have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeat. Orlando City SC show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026