Orellano’s Late Strike Puts FC Cincinnati Atop Eastern Conference
Roman Celentano’s seven-save shutout ends Real Salt Lake’s five-match unbeaten streak, placing Cincinnati atop the Supporters’ Shield standings
Overview
- Luca Orellano entered in the 63rd minute and netted the 87th-minute winner off Tah Brian Anunga’s first career assist.
- Goalkeeper Roman Celentano produced seven saves to secure his eighth clean sheet of the season.
- The 1-0 victory ended Real Salt Lake’s three-match winning streak and five-match unbeaten run.
- Cincinnati improved to 15-6-3 (48 points), moving ahead in both the Eastern Conference and Supporters’ Shield race.
- Next Saturday, Cincinnati travels to Inter Miami while Real Salt Lake returns home to face the San Jose Earthquakes.