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Audi Sunday Recap: Lion Nation Launches; Late Drama in NE

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Orlando City Launch Exclusive Membership Program


On Monday, Orlando City SC launched its LionNation membership program. By joining LionNation, fans will be able to watch special content and receive unique opportunities unavailable anywhere else – including the Orlando City documentary “Making History”, access to on-field experiences, or a Kaká or Alex Morgan game-worn captain’s armband. 


In addition, all profits from LionNation will be invested back to the soccer department, benefiting Orlando City, Orlando Pride, OCB and the Youth Academy.


Read: Get Closer to the Club: Orlando City Launches Lion Nation


Late Equalizer in New England


A late Carlos Rivas equalizer sent Orlando City home with a big point on the road. Check out his goal, as well as Kevin Molino’s in the first half in the highlights below. 


Highlights: New England Revolution - 2 | Orlando City SC - 2 


Doubleheader Sunday


Three soccer teams in Orlando means you get a full dose of soccer throughout the entire weekend. Tonight at 6:00pm, Orlando Pride takes on the Chicago Red Stars on the road, and then Orlando City B host FC Montreal at 7:30pm. 


Watch both matches here.


Orlando City Trade Collin, Get Pick and Cap Relief in Return


On Friday morning, Orlando City traded center back Aurélien Collin to the New York Red Bulls for a conditional 4th round MLS SuperDraft selection. 


“They’re looking for a center back and we felt as though this will give us an opportunity to get some salary relief and open another overseas slot for us,” said head coach Adrian Heath. “I think at this particular time it’s probably been beneficial to both parties.”


Read: Orlando City SC Trades Aurélien Collin to New York Red Bulls 



MLS to Detroit? 


In our ‘Around MLS’ feature this week, we looked at the growing possibility that MLS will come to the city of Detroit. Ready below to see why NBA owners Tom Gores and Dan Gilbert could bring this plan to life. 


Read: Around MLS: MLS Destined for Detroit? Drogba’s Return