Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
FC Cincinnati and Orlando City SC drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by K. Denkey 73′, A. Freeman 90′. 8 yellow cards were shown. FC Cincinnati had 56% possession while Orlando City SC held 44%. FC Cincinnati had 18 shots (10 on target) compared to 24 (6 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: FC Cincinnati 1.54 — Orlando City SC 3.41. FC Cincinnati made 5 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Cincinnati and Orlando City SC — 2 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Spicer
Match Statistics
FC Cincinnati had 56% possession against Orlando City SC's 44%. FC Cincinnati registered 18 shots (10 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 24 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 2–6. Fouls committed: 12–13.
Lineups
FC Cincinnati lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under Patrick John Noonan, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-4-2 under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Cincinnati is —, compared to 6.75 for Orlando City SC. 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. FC Cincinnati's highest-rated starter is —, while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is M. Ojeda (7.45).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Cincinnati have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Orlando City SC's starters account for 15 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Ojeda (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
FC Cincinnati deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.56. 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
FC Cincinnati field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Orlando City SC's 4 rated 6.71. 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
FC Cincinnati start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Orlando City SC averaging 7.00. 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 —% for FC Cincinnati and 82% for Orlando City SC. 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
FC Cincinnati's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Orlando City SC. 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 FC Cincinnati's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Orlando City SC average 27.3 (youngest: D. McGuire (24), oldest: R. Jansson (34)). 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
FC Cincinnati's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 12 for Orlando City SC. 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: Patrick John Noonan
Substitutes
Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez
Rivalry since 2019
FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City SC Head to Head Results· 14
FC Cincinnati and Orlando City SC have met 14 times — FC Cincinnati won 5, Orlando City SC won 6, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 40 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.86 per match (18 for the home side, 22 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Cincinnati have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Orlando City SC show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026