Orlando City vs. New York City FC

Orlando City vs. New York City FC The Lions' first game in the Orlando City Invitational

Orlando City hosted the first ever Orlando City Invitational on Saturday. The night started out with Minnesota United beating the New England Revolution 1-0. New England goalkeeper Brad Knighton gifted Minnesota a goal in the second half when he attempted to use his feet outside the box. Miguel Ibarra stole the ball and passed it into the back of the net for the game-winner.

Pre-Game

Top Row: Sacha Kljestan, Kamal Miller, Shane O'Neill, Tesho Akindele, Brian Rowe. Back Row: Chris Mueller, Sebastián Méndez, Will Johnson, Alex De John, Ruan, Danilo Acosta. Photo by S. Carnevale

The Lions warming up before they take on NYCFC. Photos by S. Carnevale.

Orlando City fans came out to support their team. Photo by S. Carnevale

the game

Tesho Akindele dribbles toward goal. Photo by S. Carnevale

Sacha Kljestan controls the ball in midfield. Photo by S. Carnevale

Chris Mueller confronts the official after being called for a foul. Photo by S. Carnevale

New York's Maxi Moralez takes on defender Shane O'Neill. Photo by S. Carnevale

Midfielder Will Johnson clears a corner with his head. Photo by S. Carnevale

Post Game

Orlando City players and head coach James O'Connor celebrate after the 1-0 win. Photo by S. Carnevale

Appreciate

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Scott Carnevale