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In a thrilling match at Bank of America Stadium, Orlando City SC rallied to secure a 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC. Despite trailing 2-0, Orlando managed to equalize with goals from Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pašalić. Charlotte had initially taken the lead with goals from Pep Biel and Bill Tuiloma. Both teams showcased strong defensive performances and solid saves from their goalkeepers, resulting in a hard-fought point for both sides. This draw ended Charlotte’s three-game losing streak, while Orlando City continued its unbeaten run on the road.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Orlando City SC fought back to secure a 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC on Saturday night. The match, held at Bank of America Stadium, saw Orlando City (9-5-7, 34 points) come from behind after being down two goals. Charlotte FC (8-11-2, 26 points) opened their account with a strong lead, but both teams ultimately settled for a point.
Charlotte took the lead in the 40th minute when Pep Biel found the back of the net, capitalizing on a tap-back assist from Nicholas Scardina. The home side doubled their advantage just after the hour mark thanks to a diving header from Bill Tuiloma, who scored off a long free kick delivered by Biel in the 65th minute.
Orlando City responded in the 69th minute with a goal from Ramiro Enrique. He redirected a low cross from teammate Martín Ojeda, pulling his team back into contention. Marco Pašalić then scored the equalizer in the 80th minute, hitting a first-touch shot after seizing on a loose ball in the penalty area.
Despite strong defensive efforts from both sides, Orlando City goalkeeper Pedro Gallese and Charlotte FC’s Kristijan Kahlina each notched three saves throughout the match, demonstrating solid performances in goal.
Orlando City’s head coach expressed disappointment after the match, citing an opportunity to secure all three points but acknowledging the competitive nature of the game.
The match marked an end to Charlotte FC’s three-game losing streak, a much-needed result for the home side. In their previous encounter on May 14, Orlando City had defeated Charlotte 3-1, which added extra significance to this game. Tuiloma’s goal marked his first appearance of the season and his first start since April 21, 2024.
Biel’s performance was notable, as he not only scored but also provided an assist, bringing his total to seven goals this season. On Orlando City’s side, Enrique’s goal marked his seventh of the 2025 campaign, while Pašalić led the team with a total of 11 goals across all competitions.
Orlando City remains unbeaten in their last three road matches, showcasing resilience as they aim to maintain momentum. Looking ahead, the team is set to face CF Montréal on July 12, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.
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