MLS Orlando City SC

Orlando City Kicks off FIFA Women's World Cup Tonight with Watch Parties in Downtown Orlando

Published on June 8, 2015 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Orlando City SC News Release


ORLANDO - June 8, 2015 - With the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup kicking off in Canada this past weekend and the CONCACAF Gold Cup less than a month away, Orlando City SC will host the Summer Soccer Series at the Club's official City Pubs, providing an exciting opportunity for fans to support both Club and Country in the heart of the City Beautiful.

The watch parties will take place for each of the U.S. Women's National Team's group fixtures, beginning on Monday, June 8, with Team USA's opening match against Australia. Fans are encouraged to arrive at 6:00 p.m. ET. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.

The Kickin' Cruiser will be at Wall Street Plaza and Team City will visit each of the City Pubs, giving away magnets, tickets for future Orlando City games, additional prizes and fantastic deals on Heineken, Jack Daniels and Barcardi products.

Orlando City's previous watch parties at Wall Street Plaza during the 2014 FIFA World Cup featured an incredible atmosphere, as over 30,000 people were in attendance - including over 11,000 fans for the United States' Round of 16 contest against Belgium.

Below is a list of each City Pub:

- Wall Street Plaza

- Elixir

- Harry Buffalo

-   Johnny's Fillin' Station

- Hammered Lamb

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About Orlando City Soccer Club:

One of the leading teams in Major League Soccer (MLS), and the only MLS team in Florida, Orlando City Soccer Club has developed a rich history and passionate following in its short existence since starting in the USL in 2011. The Lions' first team set the U.S. record for best start of any professional soccer club in its first 100 USL matches (66-12-22). During that time, the Lions won three regular season titles and two postseason championships.

In MLS, the team draws an average of over 36,500 fans per home game - including 62,500 for its home opener - a record for an expansion team in its first seven stand-alone home games. In addition, the team is currently near the top of the league in social media followers. Orlando City has not only captured the passion of soccer fans in the City Beautiful, it continues to build its brand overseas as its matches are broadcast in 100 countries and in 30 languages.

Outside of the first squad, OCSC also has a youth club, Orlando City Youth Soccer (OCYS) and a U-23 team that participates in the PDL. Lastly, the Orlando City Foundation is active in the community year round, promoting health and wellness in children throughout the region, and raising funds for and volunteering time for various local organizations.

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