Orlando City SC prevailed with a late victory over the Colorado Rapids on Saturday evening. For the better part of the match, Colorado were the superior team. And yet, Orlando capitalized on the opportunities that came their way. James O’Connor was forced to alter his tactics after Carlos Ascues’ injury in the 30th minute. When Oriol Rosell entered the match, Orlando utilized a back-four formation with Lamine Sane and Robin Jansson as the central defenders. The lack of notable change in the handling of the Rapids’ attack, accompanied by Orlando’s ability to remain threatening in the final third, strongly suggests the need for O’Connor to abandon his aspirations for three at the back.
Orlando City SC: Time to move to a back four
