Tag: Orlando City

Griezmann’s Orlando Move Now Official After Earlier Speculation

Antoine Griezmann
March 2026

Antoine Griezmann’s move to Orlando City is now official, going beyond earlier reports that he was only close to joining. Orlando City announced the signing for July 2026, with Griezmann set to complete the current season at Atletico Madrid before the transfer takes effect. Orlando City said Griezmann has signed through the 2027-28 season with an option for 2028-29, while ESPN reported the deal remains subject to a medical, visa and transfer certificate. The move follows weeks of speculation about his interest in MLS.

Griezmann close to shock March move to Orlando City, Atletico farewell planned

Antoine Griezmann
February 2026

Antoine Griezmann is reportedly nearing a mid-season switch to MLS with Orlando City, leaving Atletico during a decisive stretch in Spain and Europe. Negotiations are described as advanced, with Orlando staff travelling to Spain; Griezmann is expected to play a small run of final fixtures including a Copa del Rey semi-final second leg vs Barcelona, then a farewell at home against Real Sociedad.

Messi-Less Inter Miami Crushed in Florida Derby

Inter Miami
August 2025

Inter Miami suffered their first defeat since July 16, losing 4-1 to Orlando City without injured Lionel Messi, ending an unbeaten run that included a strong Leagues Cup showing. Coach Javier Mascherano admitted full responsibility, criticising his side’s lack of intensity and warning this must be a turning point. It marked the Herons’ second straight loss to Orlando and first since Rodrigo de Paul joined.

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