DECEMBER 28, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
TESHO AKINDELE FORWARD - NO TEAM
FORWARD - NO TEAM
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DECEMBER 21, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Three shots in one half Akindele logged three shots (zero on target) and added one inaccurate cross during Wednesday's 4-1 loss to Inter Miami.
Impact Akindele was rather unproductive as a member of the XI after appearing as a substitute in his team's previous match. He subbed off at half time, giving way to a fresh set of legs in Ercan Kara, who scored a goal in relief. Barring injuries, he'll likely head back to the bench for the season finale Sunday against Crew. He's only logged four starts in 26 appearances this season.
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Orlando City faces New York City FC on the heels of shutout win
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Scores goal off bench Akindele subbed into Saturday's match against Toronto FC in the 81st minute and he scored a goal and created a chance in the 4-0 victory.
Impact Akindele has scored three MLS goals in the last month, all of them coming in appearances off the bench. He should remain Ercan Kara's backup option at striker as Orlando looks set to clinch a playoff spot soon.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto eliminated from MLS contention with loss to Orlando
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Akindele's late goal lifts Orlando City over NYCFC 2-1
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AUGUST 23, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Akindele lifts Orlando City to 2-1 victory over Charlotte
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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
Two shots off bench against FC Dallas Akindele had two shots after coming off the bench in a 3-1 defeat to FC Dallas on Saturday.
Impact Akindele had little impact on the match. The 30-year-old came as a substitute in the 75th minute and his most notable contribution was having two shots. However, none was on target.
JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Training with team Akindele (thigh) returned to training with Orlando City on Thursday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Impact Akindele has missed Orlando's last four games with a thigh injury, but he is back with the team now and should be available for Sunday's clash against Austin FC. He has started just one MLS match when fit this season.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto brings home losing streak into matchup with Orlando City
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CF Montreal hosts Orlando City in conference action
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Out with injury Akindele (thigh) is not in Orlando's match day squad for Sunday's clash against the Red Bulls.
Impact Akindele has featured in seven of his side's eight MLS games this season with one start, but he is missing out on Sunday's game with a thigh injury.
APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Subs on in draw Akindele subbed into Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Fire in the 52nd minute and he made two interceptions and a block in the match.
Impact Akindele and Orlando did more defending than they would have liked against Chicago, but they still managed a point from the game. Akindele will hope to feature again next weekend versus Cincinnati, which finished bottom of the Eastern Conference last season.
MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots against Nashville Akindele subbed into last week's Round One match against Nashville SC in the 81st minute, and he took two shots and created a chance in the 3-1 defeat.
Impact Akindele ended the season with three goals and a new personal best six assists in 33 MLS appearances (15 starts) at striker, but he started just one of 14 games from September on. He remains a backup option to Daryl Dike heading into 2022.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist in loss Akindele provided one assist, created one chance and delivered one cross in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Columbus Crew.
Impact Akindele came off the bench in the second half and provided one assists minutes later. The striker's playing time, however, is a concern as he has failed to start since Sep. 19. He will likely push to be included in the starting XI Sunday versus Nashville after a positive offensive outing.
OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zelarayán has goal and 2 assists, Crew beat Orlando City 3-1
Lucas Zelarayán had a goal and had two assists and Columbus beat Orlando City 3-1 to keep the defending champion Crew’s slim playoff hopes aliveOCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes two shots in loss Akindele took two shots and made an interception in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Philadelphia.
Impact Akindele wasn't too effective against the Union in what was his first start in four games on Sunday. He is likely to return to the bench next weekend with Nani returning from a red card suspension.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
