SANFORD, Fla. — Mohamed El-Munir’s first season with Orlando City has been tough to fully appraise, even for El-Munir.
One on hand, El-Munir has wowed spectators and teammates with his hustle as a left back. He helped Orlando City salvage a season-opening 1-1 draw against D.C. United by chasing down Darren Mattocks in what still holds up as one of Orlando City’s best defensive plays this season.
He matched that play with a spectacular block to help preserve Orlando City’s 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rapids.
Moments like that have been counterbalanced with occasional defensive lapses, some of which have led to goals.