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Orlando City earns 2-1 win over New England, advances in U.S. Open Cup

The ball bounced Orlando City’s way during a Round of 16 match against New England Revolution, with the Lions earning a 2-1 extra time victory Wednesday night at Exploria Stadium.

Benji Michel was in the right place at the right time as he cleaned up a rebound from Carlos Ascues, giving Orlando City a 1-0 lead in the 96th minute.

Joao Moutinho sent a cross in and the ball deflected off Michel back to Ascues, who fired and forced Matt Turner to make a diving save. Benji cleaned up the rebound with the goal.

In the 101st minute, Tesho Akindele shot a slow roller off a deflection, sending Turner the wrong direction.