Orlando City Draw New York Red Bulls 1-1
It was a heated Friday night battle between Orlando City SC and New York Red Bulls. Bradley Wright-Phillips scored an early goal for the visitors, but Orlando City was able to pull even midway through the second half when Kevin Molino netted the equalizer.
“I was pleased with the performance. I thought it would’ve been a travesty if we hadn’t have taken something out of the game,” said Head Coach Adrian Heath.
Read: 10-Man Orlando City Secures Point at Home
Bad Blood?
There were nine total cautions issued during Friday night’s match. Our Samantha Gomez asked about the chippy play in the postgame locker room.
“I knew it was going to be like that. We’ve played them a lot of times and each time we play them; it gets chippy,” said Cyle Larin.
Read: Lions and Red Bulls A Budding Rivalry?
Orlando City and Stoke City Join Forces
Friday afternoon was a landmark day for the future of Orlando City SC. The club announced an formal affiliation with English Premier League’s Stoke City FC that will take effect immediately.
The partnership will bring a host of collaborations, the most crucial of which will be a shared scouting network and player-recruitment system.
Read: Orlando City SC Announces Formal Affiliation with English Premier League’s Stoke City FC
OCB Battles Back to Earn a Point
The boys in Melbourne continue to earn points - even in tough situations. After falling down two goals early in the first half, goals from Tyler Turner and Michael Cox saw Orlando City B to a 2-2 draw against fellow expansion team Bethlehem Steel FC.
Read: Orlando City B Rallies for 2-2 Draw with Bethlehem Steel FC
Pride Set for Matchup with Seattle
The Orlando Pride return home for the first time since setting the NWSL attendance record two weeks ago in a 3-1 victory over Houston. Tickets are still available for the 6pm kickoff at World Camping Stadium (Formally the Orlando City Bowl).
Tickets: Orlando Pride vs. Seattle Reign
