The 2019 Florida Cup opened with a back-and-forth match at Orlando City Stadium, with Flamengo of Brazil’s Serie A fighting back from two one-goal deficits to draw AFC Ajax, 2-2. Flamengo then won a penalty shootout after the draw to grab an extra point in the first day of the tournament.
Diego Ribas, a target of Orlando City — though seemingly now set for a Flamengo return after renewed negotiations with his club — started in the midfield for Flamengo. He played the first half and figured in the scoring on his first visit to Orlando City Stadium.