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Orlando City players urge fans to stick together, follow coronavirus guidelines

Orlando City players took to social media to offer support and humor for fans as the team entered its first full week of training suspension.

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Orlando City confident heavy South American influence can help Lions reach playoffs in 2020

With a Colombian coach and five new South American additions, Orlando City brings a different look this season.

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Orlando City signs speedy defender Ruan to a two-year contract

Ruan, a 24-year-old known for his remarkable speed, made 23 starts for the Lions during the 2019 season.

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Orlando City player review: A look back at Lions’ play during 2019 season

At the end of the regular season, here’s a look back at how each individual Orlando City player performed throughout 2019.

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Three things we learned from Orlando City’s 2-2 draw with LAFC

The return of Ruan offered a burst of intensity for Orlando City, but several decisions by the referees left the Lions disappointed in the result.

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Orlando City battle for a 2-2 home draw against LAFC

After ceding an early goal, Orlando City battled back to earn a much-needed point

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Orlando City grinds out 1-0 win despite stagnant night against Columbus

A late goal by forward Benji Michel powered the Lions to a victory despite offensive struggles

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Orlando City coach James O’Connor’s player management to be tested during tough stretch

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City has entered what could be its most challenging stretch of matches this season. The Lions (3-4-3, 12 points) are coming off a 2-0 loss to Toronto FC and face rival Atlanta United on Sunday in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. After that, it’s a mid-week road match against the Seattle Sounders, followed by […]

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Orlando City right wingback Ruan determined to make most of opportunity with Lions

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City right wingback Ruan has always been fast. Ruan’s ability to impact a match has been obvious since he stepped on the pitch in the 58th minute of Orlando City’s 1-1 draw with the Chicago Fire. The speedster has blown by defenders – Fire left back Jorge Corrales was sent off […]

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Ruan’s impact and other takeaways from Orlando City’s 4-3 win over Colorado Rapids

Orlando City got its first home win of the 2019 season, defeating the Colorado Rapids 4-3 at Orlando City Stadium. Here are three takeaways from the match:  Defensive lapses The Lions are still leaking goals at an alarming rate, particularly when in a four-back formation. The Lions were down inside of 10 minutes after Kei […]