Griezmann leads Orlando City comeback with a brace in 2–1 win over Real Salt Lake

Orlando City made the most of its home field and pulled off a crucial 2–1 victory over Real Salt Lake in MLS Matchday 22, thanks to a standout performance from Antoine Griezmann, who scored both goals in the comeback win.

Orlando City’s response flips the match after early setback

Real Salt Lake struck first. Dominik Marczuk timed his run perfectly and smashed home a first‑touch finish off a long cross from the left, leaving Orlando’s keeper with no chance and putting the home side in an early hole.

Griezmann leads Orlando City comeback with a brace in 2–1 win over Real Salt Lake Russell Lansford

Orlando’s answer came in the second half — and it had Griezmann’s signature all over it. Daryl Dike controlled a pass inside the box and fired a shot that was blocked by the goalkeeper. The rebound fell right to Griezmann, who calmly tapped it in to level the match.

Griezmann’s late magic seals the comeback

Just when the match seemed destined for a draw, Griezmann delivered again. In the 80th minute, a scramble in the box left the ball at his feet, and the French star placed his shot into the corner to complete the comeback and secure his brace.

What the win means

With the victory, Orlando City climbs to 24 points, sitting ninth in the Eastern Conference and staying firmly in the hunt for higher positions. Real Salt Lake remains at 28 points, holding eighth place in the Western Conference.

Next up, Orlando City heads on the road to face Minnesota United, while Real Salt Lake looks to bounce back at home against the Colorado Rapids.

Griezmann’s MLS show is officially underway — he’s now up to three goals in six matches, and Orlando fans are starting to feel the excitement.

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