Orlando City and its affiliates kept busy over the weekend, with a big win for the first team, a tight draw for the Pride, a loss for Orlando City B, and a handful of roster moves and contract news shaping the club’s near future.
Lions rebound with 3-1 win at home
Orlando City defeated Sporting Kansas City 3-1 at Inter&Co Stadium after a lengthy weather delay. Tyrese Spicer opened the scoring just two minutes in, but SKC answered through Dejan Joveljic to level the match. The Lions pulled away in the second half as Ramiro Enrique and Nico Rodriguez found the net, giving Orlando a fourth straight MLS win and extending an unbeaten run across all competitions to seven matches. Average goals by Orlando have also been strong, with three or more goals in each of the last four outings. The club now turns its attention to the Leagues Cup, where they’ll face Toluca in the quarterfinals at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
Rafael Santos traded to Colorado Rapids
Orlando City moved defender Rafael Santos to the Colorado Rapids in exchange for $125,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money, with the potential for an additional $200,000 GAM if performance-based metrics are met. The Lions also will retain a sell-on percentage if Santos is transferred again in the future. Santos appeared in 96 matches across all competitions for Orlando City, recording two goals and 10 assists in 67 starts. He made 17 MLS appearances this season without a goal contribution, and the move comes as the team Dynamics shift on the defensive side. Adrian Marin, who joined the club recently, could slide in at left back as he acclimates.
Pride settle for scoreless draw with Kansas City Current
The Orlando Pride battled the Kansas City Current to a 0-0 draw at CPKC Stadium, with a weather delay looming large after the kickoff was delayed for heat. Barbra Banda was subbed off early due to injury and replaced by Ally Lemos. Orlando’s defense held firm, repelling 16 shots to become the first Current squad to be shut out at their new stadium. With San Diego Wave FC’s win over Bay FC over the weekend, the Pride sit third in the NWSL table on 28 points, just ahead of the Washington Spirit on goal difference. Orlando will hit the road again for a Thursday clash against Angel City at BMO Stadium.
Pride sign Anna Moorhouse to new contract
The Pride announced a new contract for goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse, running through the 2027 season. Moorhouse has been a mainstay in Orlando’s net since 2023 and owns the club’s record for most career shutouts, appearing in 74 matches across all competitions. Last season Moorhouse set the NWSL single-season record with 13 clean sheets, and she also set a league mark by logging 554 consecutive minutes without conceding. This season Moorhouse has five shutouts and 44 saves, ranking among the league’s leaders as she has started every Pride match. Her continued presence provides stability as the club looks to build on recent solid form.
OCB drop to Columbus Crew 2
Orlando City B fell 2-1 on the road to Columbus Crew 2 at Historic Crew Stadium. Tahir Reid-Brown opened the scoring for OCB after a scoreless first half, but Kai Auvray equalized late in the second half. The winner came in the 90th minute from Cristian Ortiz, sealing the defeat and extending OCB’s winless streak to five matches. OCB sits 10th in the Eastern Conference with 27 points, and they will return home Saturday to host Atlanta United 2 at Osceola County Stadium.
OCB signs Titus Sandy Jr.
OCB announced the signing of Titus Sandy Jr. to a two-year MLS NEXT Pro contract spanning the remainder of 2025 into 2026. Sandy, who was on the bench for the Crew 2 match, was drafted by Orlando City out of Clemson University. He played four years for Clemson, tallying 48 appearances (24 starts), four assists, and more than 2,500 minutes. He was part of Clemson’s 2023 National Championship run and is viewed as an emerging talent within the club’s development pipeline.
What to watch next
– Orlando City will look to extend their Leagues Cup run with a match against Toluca, aiming to maintain momentum from a club record stretch of form.
– The transfer of Rafael Santos opens minutes for others and could reshape defensive rotations as Adrian Marin integrates.
– The Pride’s next test against Angel City will continue to reveal the team’s defensive resilience and scoring potential in a crowded NWSL slate.
– OCB will aim to rebound at home against Atlanta United 2, with Titus Sandy Jr.’s progression a bright spot for the academy pathway to the first team.
Overall, it was a weekend that underscored Orlando City’s growing depth and momentum across the organization, from the first team’s winning streak to the Pride’s defensive grit and the continued development of young players in OCB. The club’s leadership will be eyeing continued progress as they juggle league play, cup competition, and the ongoing development of their roster.