USL1 Orlando City B

Orlando City B Makes First Trip to Ft. Lauderdale on Saturday

Published on September 11, 2020 under United Soccer League One (USL1)
Orlando City B News Release


ORLANDO, Fla. - Orlando City B (1-4-3, 6 points) continues on the road as it makes its first trip down south to face Fort Lauderdale CF (2-3-2, 8 points) at Inter Miami CF Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET with the match available to stream live on ESPN+.

The Lions enter Saturday's match after falling 1-0 to Union Omaha this past Sunday. The home side scored the eventual game-winner in the 43rd minute by way of a solo effort from Evan Conway.

Wilfredo Rivera leads Orlando City B with two goals this season, while Moises Tablante sits tied for second in League One with three assists to his credit.

Fort Lauderdale comes into the contest following a 1-1 draw against Chattanooga this past Saturday. An own goal from the Red Wolves' Ricardo Zacarias gave the home side the lead early, but Chattanooga bounced back with a goal from Ualefi in the 42nd minute, forcing the two sides to split the points on the night.

Ricky Lopez-Espin leads Fort Lauderdale with five goals this season, tied for second in League One. Goalkeeper Dylan Castanheira sits tied for second in saves in the league with 23 registered through the 2020 campaign thus far.

Following Saturday's match, the Lions will close out their three-game road trip on Saturday, Sept. 19, traveling to face the Richmond Kickers at City Stadium.

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