Throughout June, Orlando City echoed the same sentiment — the team was turning a corner as it built up a 4-1 streak. Now, with that momentum at its back, the team will kick off a two-game series on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union, the top-ranked team in the Eastern Conference.
The key to the Lions’ recent success flows through three players on the offensive end — Tesho Akindele, Chris Mueller and Nani. The trio have notched a combined 18 goals and found balance throughout the season, with Nani moving from an attacking to assisting role to create chances for Akindele and Mueller.