But at that point, they had equaled the club\u2019s streak in 2020. They\u2019d provided supporters with a tournament to remember, following anger over boycotts from the previous season, when MLS reduced participation in the U.S. Open Cup.<\/p>\n
This year, to begin the Open Cup, they met FC Naples, one of the strongest League One squads. They looked it, too.<\/p>\n
They played at home before 4,782 spectators, which set their attendance record. Any MLS squad facing a USL team should expect to get set on the pitch and begin raining goals. But FC Naples pushed hard on Orlando City.<\/p>\n
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Apr 15, 2026; Naples, FL, USA; Naples FC forward Andres Ferrin runs the ball against Orlando City during the first half during the US Open Cup at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Pablo Robles-Imagn Images | Pablo Robles-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
The Naples side went full-time with 20 shots<\/a>, eight on target, plus eight corner kicks. They fell 1-0 on a long line drive from Tyrese Spicer in the 18th minute. He was assisted by Braian Ojeda.<\/p>\n But Naples worked hard to leave with at least a draw. Despite a favored back-five formation by the Lions, one of their top scorers fought through early in the match. He fired a screaming direct shot that, somehow, goalkeeper Javier Otero absorbed.<\/p>\n The USL club continued working Otero hard. But he stood tall<\/a> in only his second U.S. Open Cup start.<\/p>\n Once again, Orlando City SC has advanced to the U.S. Cup Round of 16. This time, they hope to rise and move beyond. We\u2019ll find out if they, like Loretta Lynn, might have found something they know how to do.<\/p>\n
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