For Orlando homegrown star Benji Michel, there’s no place like home to play soccer.
During his first MLS season, Orlando’s Exploria Stadium has hosted the highs of his professional career. It’s the place where he played his first minutes of professional soccer, where he netted his first goal.
“It’s crazy,” Michel said. “The fans have our backs so much. When you look up and see that, I think you realize that’s what we’re playing for.”
Michel will reach another milestone Tuesday, representing Orlando during the MLS Homegrown Game being played at ESPN Wide World of Sports.