MLS Orlando City SC

The Assist: Orlando City SC vs. Toronto FC - July 4, 2023

Published on July 3, 2023 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Orlando City SC News Release


The Need to Know:

Date & Time: Tuesday, July 4, 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Exploria Stadium; Orlando, Fla.

Competition: MLS Regular Season

Match Presenting Partner: Pepsi Zero Sugar

Where to Watch/Listen:

Broadcast: Apple TV - MLS Season Pass

English Radio: 96.9 The Game

Spanish Radio: Acción 97.9 FM

The Story:

After snagging a 3-1 victory against the Chicago Fire, the Lions face a quick turnaround as they prepare to face Toronto FC for the first time throughout the 2023 regular season.

Saturday's match saw Facundo Torres record a brace for the second time this season, now the side's leading scorer in 2023.

The Lions enter the match on a six-game unbeaten streak at home, as well as a streak of the same amount against the Reds in MLS regular season play dating back to 2019.

Toronto comes into Tuesday's fixture looking for its first win it its last six matches, currently riding a three-game losing streak dating back to June 21.

Quote of the Week:

"It's always good to train and prepare when you are coming off a win because it raises our confidence. Obviously, the expectations for this game [against Toronto FC] are much higher, but we try to develop a culture of being serious and professional in preparation despite any contest. We look good and the team looks good, and we are looking forward to the next one."

- Head Coach Oscar Pareja

Current Form:

Lions' Last Match: Orlando City 3, Chicago Fire 1 (7/1/23, Exploria Stadium)

Goal-Scorers: Facundo Torres (2), Ramiro Enrique; Xherdan Shaqiri

Toronto's Last Match: Real Salt Lake 1, Toronto FC 0 (7/1/23, BMO Field)

Goal-Scorers: Anderson Julio

Against the Opposition:

Series Record: 6-8-3 (Home: 4-4-0, Away: 2-4-3)

Last Matchup: Orlando City 4, Toronto FC 0 (9/17/22, Exploria Stadium)

At the Game:

Americana Night:

One of 10 teams in action on Independence Day across Major League Soccer, the Lions will celebrate Fourth of July at Exploria Stadium with a jamboree housed at Mane Street Plaza, presented by Publix, prior to the match. In addition, the Club will host its annual post-match fireworks show with fans encouraged to remain in their seats following the contest.

Next Up: Orlando City SC at Real Salt Lake

Date & Time: Saturday, July 8, 9:30 p.m. ET

Venue: America First Field; Sandy, Utah

Broadcast: Apple TV - Free | 96.9 The Game | Acción 97.9 FM

Competition: MLS Regular Season

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