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Orlando City focused on defending dead-ball situations

Orlando City has given up 12 goals through seven matches so far this season.

It’s a stat that, while not ideal, doesn’t exactly tell the whole story. For the most part, Orlando City’s collective defending, anchored by a backline that’s been beset by injuries since the start of the season, has been solid enough in the run of play.

When play stops, things get dicey.

The club’s players and coach Jason Kreis said defending dead-ball situations has been a point of emphasis as the club prepares for its Sunday road match against the Colorado Rapids.

The lone goal conceded by the Lions against D.