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USL notes: Miami FC adds Red Bulls midfielder Vincent Bezecourt

Sacramento Republic FC signed two academy players and New Mexico United inked a deal with Puma.

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For Orlando City goalkeeper Brian Rowe, long wait to become a starter has been worth it

Brian Rowe thought his MLS career was over after the 2018 season. Now he’s savoring every minute of his second chance leading the Orlando City defense.

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Orlando City ready to face rival Atlanta United in U.S. Open Cup semifinal

The rivals will face off at Exploria Stadium on Tuesday as Orlando City looks to make its first bid for a final match.

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Orlando City defeats NYCFC in penalty kicks, advances to U.S. Open Cup semifinals

ORLANDO, Fla. — In the seconds leading up to the first penalty kick of Wednesday night, Exploria Stadium echoed with boos. The minute before that had been a mad scramble. New York City FC elected to take the kicks on the goal opposite of the supporters section. When fans saw both keepers heading to the […]

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Orlando City goalkeepers share close bond, backups stay ready

Orlando City goalkeeper Adam Grinwis knows how to stay ready while waiting for an opportunity to play. The Lions’ goalkeepers share a close bond, with the backups pushing to learn while waiting for a chance to play.

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Orlando City striker Dom Dwyer ‘pretty close’ to full fitness

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City coach James O’Connor said he didn’t expect to give star striker Dom Dwyer as many minutes as he did during the Lions’ season opener against NYCFC. Dwyer had only recently returned to full training after suffering a quad injury in preseason  and missing all of Orlando City’s preseason matches, according […]

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Orlando City goalkeeper coach Thabane Sutu: Competition fantastic to see

SANFORD, Fla. — In the eyes of Orlando City goalkeeper coach Thabane Sutu, the competition between the four goalkeepers training with the club is too close to call. Adam Grinwis, Mason Stajduhar, Greg Ranjitsingh and trialist Brian Rowe have all seen minutes during Orlando City’s two preseason scrimmages, Sutu said. He added the four are […]

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Orlando City goalkeepers enter preseason competing for starting spot

BRADENTON, Fla. — Orlando City goalkeeper Mason Stajduhar couldn’t wait to get started at preseason training camp. This year’s camp at IMG Academy is the first time he’s been healthy at the start of preseason training since – by his reckoning – 2016. It’s a chance for him to shine. Really, preseason training at IMG […]

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Orlando City faces more injury issues ahead of FC Dallas match

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City – once again – is dealing with injuries to key contributors.  Midfielder Uri Rosell, who turned in a solid performance against the Houston Dynamo, is dealing with an ankle injury. He suffered the injury in the 67th minute of the Lions’ 0-0 draw against the Dynamo. Rosell was present for the […]

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Orlando City third-choice goalkeeper Adam Grinwis grateful for first MLS start

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City goalkeeper Adam Grinwis knew what his situation would be he signed with the Lions. The 26-year-old Michigan grad was brought on to be the third-choice goalkeeper. He knew opportunities to play would be limited if they ever came at all. After three seasons in the United Soccer League, last season […]