Orlando City Triumphs Over Toronto FC with 4-2 Home Victory
César Araújo and Alex Freeman lead Orlando City in a commanding performance, securing their first win of the MLS season.
- Orlando City opened the scoring with a stunning free kick by César Araújo in the 33rd minute, followed by Alex Freeman's first MLS goal two minutes later.
- Freeman, a 20-year-old homegrown player, made his first MLS start and contributed significantly to the victory with a composed finish.
- Toronto FC struggled offensively in the first half and lost wingback Richie Laryea to injury in the 22nd minute, impacting their defensive setup.
- Martin Ojeda and substitute Dagur Thorhallsson added second-half goals for Orlando, while Sigurd Rosted and Deybi Flores scored for Toronto in a late rally.
- Orlando City's Gustavo Caraballo became the youngest player in team history to make an MLS appearance at 16 years old during the match.