Orlando City earned a gritty 2-1 road win over Sporting KC on Wednesday night, claiming its third consecutive victory and extending its unbeaten streak to a club record seven games. Here are three things we learned from the match:
Finishing efficiency has long been a sore spot for Orlando City. Last season, games were decided by brilliant chances that didn’t turn into goals.
Orlando City’s ability to claim an early two-goal lead on Wednesday changed the tone of a tough road match, and it allowed the team to absorb a second-half surge from Sporting KC.
The Lions took only three shots in the first half and two were goals.