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JUNE 30, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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JUNE 29, 2022 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Joao Moutinho - Not in training Moutinho (undisclosed) was not training with Orlando City on Monday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Moutinho picked up an injury during warmups and missed Friday's defeat to Cincinnati. He still has a week to recover before the D.C. United clash on July 4, but Thomas Williams or Kyle Smith could continue in his place at left back if necessary

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mason Stajduhar - Training individually Stajduhar (jaw) was training off to the side with Orlando City on Monday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Stajduhar has been out for a few weeks after undergoing jaw surgery in mid-June. He is still on track for a 6-8 week recovery, which would mean a return some time in late July.

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pereyra - Back in full training Pereyra (knee) returned to full training with Orlando City on Monday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Pereyra missed Friday's defeat to Cincinnati with a knee injury, but he was back with the squad on Monday and looks like he'll be healthy enough for selection in next week's clash against D.C. United. Andres Perea slid up into attacking midfield in Pereyra's absence on Friday, but the latter will return to the starting lineup if he's fit.

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Carlos - Plays second half against Cincinnati Carlos subbed into Friday's match against FC Cincinnati at halftime, and he took a shot in the 1-0 defeat.

Impact Carlos made his first appearance Friday since suffering a hamstring injury on April 2, though he wasn't too busy defensively against Cincinnati. He will likely take back his starting spot in central defense from Rodrigo Schlegel once he's back at full fitness.

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tesho Akindele - No impact as substitute Akindele played the final two minutes of Friday's 1-0 loss to Cincinnati.

Impact Akindele entered the match in the 70th minute but made no impact on the match. The forward didn't take a shot, cross or create a chance during his limited time on the pitch.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Gallese - Eight saves in losing effort Gallese allowed a goal while making eight saves during Friday's 1-0 loss to Cincinnati.

Impact Gallese conceded the lone goal of the match in the 65th minute as Orlando dropped all three points Friday. The keeper has now allowed 22 goals in 16 league starts while his eight saves upped his season total to 46.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Moutinho - Late scratch Friday Moutinho was a late scratch for Friday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Moutinho's removal wasn't announced until more than five minutes after the scheduled start time Friday. No matter, youngster Thomas Williams took his spot in the XI at center-back with Kyle Smith moving to Moutinho's role at left-back.

JUNE 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pereyra - Not in squad Friday Pereyra is not in the squad for Friday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Pereyra is a surprise absence Friday despite not being on the injury report and starting every match prior this season. It changes things up for Orlando, as Andrea Perea moved back into the XI while Facundo Torres is expected to be the majority set-piece taker.

JUNE 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City reels over 'unnecessary absences' ahead of Cincinnati matchup Robin Jansson will miss a game because of suspension for the third time this season, including twice with yellow card accumulation.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Robin Jansson - Suspended Friday Jansson is suspended for Friday's match with Cincinnati due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Jansson is out for Friday's match with Cincinnati due to yellow card accumulation. It's unclear who will slot into the starting XI in place of Jansson against Cincinnati though Thomas Williams took that role the last time Jansson was suspended.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Silvester Van der Water - Ruled out Friday Van der Water (lower leg) is ruled out for Friday's trip to Cincinnati.

Impact Van der Water is out for Friday's trip to Cincinnati as he continues to deal with a lower leg injury. The forward has been out since early May and seems to be struggling to return. Van der Water isn't a major option even when fully fit.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kara and Orlando City visit Cincinnati

Ercan Kara leads Orlando City into a matchup with Cincinnati after a two-goal outing against the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antonio Carlos - Could be available Friday Carlos (hamstring) returned to training with Orlando City last week and could be available on the bench for Friday's clash against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Carlos has been out since early April with a hamstring injury, but Orlando manager Oscar Pareja said Wednesday that he hopes Carlos can be fit enough to make the match day squad on Friday, even if he's not ready to start yet.

JUNE 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Smith - Makes seven clearances in win Smith made seven clearances, one interception and two blocks during Saturday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact Smith was an imposing presence at the heart of the defense, filling the stat sheet and making some crucial interventions during the final half hour to protect his side's one-goal lead until the final whistle. This was the third straight start for the defender, who racked up 19 clearances during this stretch. He'll probably remain in the lineup for Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jake Mulraney - Takes four shots in win Mulraney had four off-target shots, sent in three inaccurate crosses and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact Mulraney had his most active outing since joining Orlando via trade but accuracy still wasn't there for him, which led the winger to be subbed off after 65 minutes. Things will eventually get together for Mulraney, who started the last three contests and he'll have another chance to prove his value during Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Gallese - Makes four saves in win Gallese made four saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact Gallese couldn't do much to stop Sebastian Ferreira's powerful header just before the hour mark but other than that was simply perfect when called into action, making some big saves during the final third of the match to allow his side to escape with all three points in play. Clean sheets have been hard to come by for the goalkeeper after a strong season start, but he keeps making lots of saves, with 20 over his last six starts. Up next for Gallese is Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pereyra - Provides assist in win Pereyra made an assist, had two shots (one on target), created six chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-1 win over Cincinnat...

Impact Pereyra had another strong showing here, matching his season high in chances created and being credited with an assist for his side's second goal, when his shot was deflected by teammate Ercan Kara before going into the back of the net. This was the third assist over the last six starts for the playmaker, who also added 17 chances created and 32 crosses during this stretch. He'll try to keep it up during Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Torres - Provides assist in win Torres provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created four chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (all won) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Housto...

Impact Torres bounced back after a stretch of poor performances, assisting Ercan Kara for the opening goal of the match and generating a lot of opportunities using his combination of skill and creativity. The winger finally appeared on the scoresheet after five games and will try to build on this great showing during Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ercan Kara - Nets brace in win Kara scored two goals off five shots (four on target) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact Kara returned to the starting XI after a brief appearance off the bench on the previous match and had a man-of-the-match performance here, scoring his side's both goals and being a constant threat along the way. The striker has been in great form as of late, with four goals over his last three starts and will try to keep adding to his tally during Friday's visit to Cincinnati.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two from Kara lift Orlando City to 2-1 victory over Dynamo

Ercan Kara scored twice to lead Orlando City to a 2-1 win over the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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JUNE 19, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kyle Smith - Makes eight clearances in draw Smith had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses, made three tackles (one won) and eight clearances and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 1-1...

Impact Smith made his second consecutive start, just his third of the season, and played up to his strengths, having a very solid performance on the defensive end and pacing his side in clearances, something usually reserved for centre backs. With his solid play since being back in the starting XI, the right back is now in a good position to fight to remain in the lineup for the upcoming matches, including Saturday's home clash against Houston.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE