This Friday, Orlando City SC claimed three crucial points by defeating Columbus Crew 3-1 in their MLS showdown. Ramiro Enrique showcased his goal-scoring prowess by heading the ball into the net in the 75th minute and later scoring again in the 78th minute, proving instrumental in Orlando’s triumphant performance. Martín Ojeda also contributed with a goal, finishing emphatically from the edge of the box just five minutes into the second half, assisted by Alexander Freeman. Columbus’s lone goal came from Diego Rossi, who converted a penalty in the 66th minute.
Ramiro Enrique was undoubtedly the standout player, demonstrating exceptional form with two goals and two shots on target. His impressive display was crucial for Orlando’s success.
Iván Angulo also impressed, contributing positively with two successful passes throughout the match.
Columbus Crew’s head coach, Wilfried Nancy, set up his team in a 3-6-1 formation, with Patrick Schulte in goal; Steven Moreira, Sean Zawadzki, and Yevhen Cheberko forming the defense; Aliyu Ibrahim, Dylan Chambost, Darlington Nagbe, Max Arfsten, Daniel Gazdag, and Diego Rossi in midfield; and Jacen Russell Rowe leading the attack.
On the other hand, Orlando City SC, managed by Óscar Pareja, took the field in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Pedro Gallese as the goalkeeper; Alexander Freeman, Rodrigo Schlegel, Robin Jansson, and David Brekalo in defense; Marco Pasalic, Eduard Atuesta, César Araujo, and Iván Angulo in midfield; with Martín Ojeda and Luis Muriel up front.
The referee for the match held at Lower.com Field was Timothy Ford.
Looking ahead, Columbus will visit New York City FC for their next fixture, while Orlando will host Inter Miami.
Substitutions for Columbus Crew
69’ 2T – Dylan Chambost replaced by Taha Habroune
76’ 2T – Jacen Russell Rowe replaced by Lassi Lappalainen
Yellow Cards for Columbus Crew:
0’ 2T – Evan Bush (Insulting or dissenting towards the referee)
36’ 2T – Sean Zawadzki (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Orlando City SC
67’ 2T – Luis Muriel replaced by Ramiro Enrique
83’ 2T – Marco Pasalic replaced by Zakaria Taifi
88’ 2T – Iván Angulo replaced by Kyle Smith
Yellow Card for Orlando City SC:
32’ 2T – Robin Jansson (Unsporting behavior)