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Benji Michel Scores Game-Winner as 10-Man Lions Secure Home Match for 2020 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs

ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 4, 2020) - Orlando City SC (11-3-8, 41 points) earned a 2-1 victory over Columbus Crew SC (11-6-5, 38 points) on Wednesday night at Exploria Stadium as the Lions remain unbeaten at home in the calendar year. With the result, the Lions have clinched a top-four finish in the standings and will host a playoff game in the 2020 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

Despite being reduced to 10 men in the match, Benji Michel scored the game-winner in the 84th minute of play, his fifth of the season, with Mauricio Pereyra earning his second assist of the evening.