Orlando city vs new york city fc

A great matchup between two teams in the Eastern Conference of Major League Soccer (MLS)!

Here's a brief preview of the match:

Orlando City SC

• Home team: Exploria Stadium, Orlando, Florida
• Current record: 10-10-6 (W-L-D), 36 points
• Recent form: W-L-W-D-W
• Top scorers: Nani (12 goals), Daryl Dike (7 goals)
• Key players: Nani, Daryl Dike, Mauricio Pereyra, Robin Jansson

New York City FC

• Away team: Exploria Stadium, Orlando, Florida
• Current record: 12-8-6 (W-L-D), 42 points
• Recent form: W-W-D-W-L
• Top scorers: Valentín Castellanos (14 goals), Jesús Medina (7 goals)
• Key players: Valentín Castellanos, Jesús Medina, Maxi Morález, Alexander Callens

Match preview

This match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to bounce back from recent losses. Orlando City has been inconsistent at home, while New York City FC has been strong on the road. The Lions will need to contain the potent NYCFC attack, led by the in-form Valentín Castellanos, while also finding ways to create scoring opportunities against a solid NYCFC defense.

Prediction

I predict a close match with both teams creating chances. Orlando City's Nani and Daryl Dike will look to cause problems for the NYCFC defense, while Castellanos and Medina will try to exploit the Lions' backline. In the end, I think NYCFC's experience and depth will give them the edge, with a 2-1 win for the visitors.

Kickoff time and TV information

• Date: Saturday, August 21, 2021
• Kickoff time: 7:30 PM ET
• TV: ESPN+, MSG+, Orlando City SC's streaming platforms

Let me know if you have any other questions or if you'd like more information about the match!