Team Snapshot
Orlando were among the busiest teams this winter, adding two 2026 FIFA World Cup hopefuls in goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau (Canada) and midfielder Braian Ojeda (Paraguay) alongside a trio of U22 Initiative signings from Brazil.
They join a roster led by Designated Players Marco Pašalić and Martín Ojeda, who combined for 28g/20a last season. Pašalić (Croatia) is another World Cup hopeful, while Ojeda was arguably Best XI-caliber in 2025.
Meanwhile, Orlando transferred homegrown defender Alex Freeman to LaLiga side Villarreal. The 2025 MLS Young Player of the Year could start for the United States at this summer’s World Cup.
This all unfolds as Orlando chase a seventh straight Audi MLS Cup Playoffs trip under head coach Oscar Pareja.
Key Signings
Maxime Crépeau: The Canadian international goalkeeper signed with Orlando in free agency after time with the Portland Timbers.
Braian Ojeda: The Paraguay international was acquired from Real Salt Lake, bringing MLS experience to Orlando’s midfield.
Luis Otávio: Otávio adds depth to the Lions’ midfield. He is a U22 Initiative signing from Brazilian Série A side Internacional.
Iago Teodoro: Iago captained Brazil at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The U22 Initiative signing and center back also helped Brazilian powerhouse Flamengo win several titles.
Tiago: Arriving via the U22 Initiative, Tiago brings speed and creativity after emerging at Brazilian Série A side Bahia.
Predictions
Apple TV talent predict the 2026 regular season for Orlando City.
Andrés Agulla: 7th in Eastern Conference
Marcelo Balboa: 10th in Eastern Conference
Max Bretos: 3rd in Eastern Conference
Steve Cangialosi: 10th in Eastern Conference
Daniel Chapela: 7th in Eastern Conference
Miguel Gallardo: 7th in Eastern Conference
Michele Giannone: 7th in Eastern Conference
Tony Husband: 8th in Eastern Conference
Sacha Kljestan: 12th in Eastern Conference
Kaylyn Kyle: 7th in Eastern Conference
Lori Lindsey: 8th in Eastern Conference
Dax McCarty: 9th in Eastern Conference
Sammy Sadovnik: 8th in Eastern Conference
Bruno Vain: 4th in Eastern Conference
Bradley Wright-Phillips: 12th in Eastern Conference
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Odds & Ends
Head coach: Oscar Pareja
Stadium: Inter&Co Stadium
Last year: 14W-9L-11D, 53 points, 9th in Eastern Conference
Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs: Eastern Conference Wild Card