Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Orlando City SC defeated DC United 4:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Muriel 21′, M. Ojeda 44′, A. Freeman 50′, M. Pasalic 56′, L. MacNaughton 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Orlando City SC had 44% possession while DC United held 56%. Orlando City SC had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for DC United. Expected goals: Orlando City SC 2.82 — DC United 1.30. Orlando City SC made 5 substitutions, DC United made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Orlando City SC and DC United — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Ojeda
Match Statistics
Orlando City SC had 44% possession against DC United's 56%. Orlando City SC registered 20 shots (8 on target) while DC United managed 13 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–10. Fouls committed: 4–16.
Lineups
Orlando City SC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez, while DC United deployed a 4-2-3-1 under René Weiler.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Orlando City SC is 6.77, compared to 6.61 for DC United. 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. Orlando City SC's highest-rated starter is M. Ojeda (7.45), while DC United's best-rated player is J. Stroud (6.83).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Orlando City SC have contributed 13 goals and 4 assists this season, led by M. Ojeda (11G). DC United's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by L. Bartlett (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Orlando City SC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.72 on average, against DC United's 4-man backline averaging 6.67. 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
Orlando City SC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus DC United's 5 rated 6.59. 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
Orlando City SC start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for DC United averaging —. 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 78% for Orlando City SC and 75% for DC United. 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
Orlando City SC's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for DC United. 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 Orlando City SC's starting XI is 27.2 (youngest: J. Otero (23), oldest: R. Jansson (34)), while DC United average 25.7 (youngest: H. Kijima (23), oldest: J. Stroud (29)). 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
Orlando City SC's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for DC United. 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: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez
Substitutes
Coach: René Weiler
Rivalry since 2015
Orlando City SC vs DC United Head to Head Results· 21
Orlando City SC and DC United have met 21 times — Orlando City SC won 8, DC United won 10, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. DC United leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (35 for the home side, 35 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Orlando City SC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. DC United show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026