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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

Orlando City SC vs Columbus Crew

5 October 2025 at 00:30Inter&Co Stadium, Orlando, Florida
Referee: Victor Rivas

Match Summary

Orlando City SC and Columbus Crew drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Herrera 32′, M. Pasalic 34′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Orlando City SC had 40% possession while Columbus Crew held 60%. Orlando City SC had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 21 (6 on target) for Columbus Crew. Expected goals: Orlando City SC 0.99 — Columbus Crew 3.21. Orlando City SC made 5 substitutions, Columbus Crew made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Orlando City SC and Columbus Crew — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Orlando City SC had 40% possession against Columbus Crew's 60%. Orlando City SC registered 10 shots (4 on target) while Columbus Crew managed 21 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 7–7. Fouls committed: 11–6.

Shots on Goal
4
6
Shots Off Goal
2
6
Total Shots
10
21
Blocked Shots
4
9
Shots inside the Box
6
15
Shots outside the Box
4
6
Fouls
11
6
Corner Kicks
7
7
Offsides
1
5
Ball Possession
40%
60%
Yellow Cards
2
1
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
5
3
Total Passes
365
543
Accurate Passes
310
502
Pass Accuracy
85%
92%
Expected Goals (xG)
0.99
3.21
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Orlando City SC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez, while Columbus Crew deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Wilfried Nancy.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Orlando City SC is 6.76, compared to 6.81 for Columbus Crew. 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 Columbus Crew's best-rated player is M. Arfsten (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Orlando City SC have contributed 13 goals and 7 assists this season, led by M. Ojeda (11G). Columbus Crew's starters account for 12 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by D. Rossi (6G). 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 6.59 on average, against Columbus Crew's 3-man backline averaging 6.77. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus Columbus Crew's 4 rated 6.86. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 7.45, compared to 3 for Columbus Crew averaging 6.82. 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 84% for Orlando City SC and 86% for Columbus Crew. 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 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Columbus Crew. 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 27.9 (youngest: M. Pasalic (25), oldest: R. Jansson (34)), while Columbus Crew average 26.1 (youngest: H. Picard (22), oldest: S. Moreira (31)). 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 14 for Columbus Crew. 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.

Orlando City SC4-4-23-4-2-1Columbus Crew
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Gallese30Freeman4Brekalo6Jansson21Marin87Pasalic20Atuesta35Gerbet77Angulo9Muriel10Ojeda28Schulte31Moreira25Zawadzki18Amundsen2Herrera7Chambost6Nagbe27Arfsten30Picard26Lappala.10Rossi

Substitutes

Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez

Substitutes

Coach: Wilfried Nancy

Orlando City SCPosition StrengthColumbus Crew
6.76
Avg Rating
6.81
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.75
0G 0A0G 0A
6.59Defender (4 v 3)6.77
0G 3A0G 0A
6.71Midfielder (4 v 4)6.86
2G 4A4G 6A
7.45Forward (2 v 3)6.82
11G 0A8G 3A
Orlando City SC4-4-2
1GoalkeeperP. Gallese
30DefenderA. Freeman
4DefenderD. Brekalo6.4
6DefenderR. Jansson6.7
21DefenderA. Marin6.73A
87MidfielderM. Pasalic6.52G
20MidfielderE. Atuesta6.7
35MidfielderJ. Gerbet
77MidfielderI. Angulo6.84A
9ForwardL. Muriel
10ForwardM. Ojeda7.511G
Columbus Crew3-4-2-1
28GoalkeeperP. Schulte6.8
31DefenderS. Moreira6.6
25DefenderS. Zawadzki6.8
18DefenderM. Amundsen6.8
2MidfielderA. Herrera6.51A
7MidfielderD. Chambost7.01A
6MidfielderD. Nagbe
27MidfielderM. Arfsten7.04G4A
30ForwardH. Picard6.72G2A
26ForwardL. Lappalainen
10ForwardD. Rossi6.96G1A

Rivalry since 2015

Orlando City SC vs Columbus Crew Head to Head Results· 25

Orlando City SC and Columbus Crew have met 25 times — Orlando City SC won 11, Columbus Crew won 9, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 87 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.48 per match (44 for the home side, 43 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 16 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2024.

Drawn
5
·
Total goals
87 · 3.5/match
Both scored
16/25 · 64%
Over 2.5
15/25 · 60%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 43 v 2024

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Orlando City SC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Columbus Crew show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026