Orlando City SC vs Toronto FC Prediction: Lions Roar vs. Reds Clash

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Football, USA, MLS, Round 2

02.03.2025, 03:30

Exploria Stadium, Orlando, USA

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Orlando City SC vs Toronto FC Prediction, Betting Tips and Odds | 02 March 2025

Get ready for an electric MLS Round 2 showdown as Toronto FC travels to Orlando City SC at the vibrant Exploria Stadium on March 2, 2025. Both teams seek their first win of the season, setting the stage for an entertaining match. Orlando City aims to bounce back from an entertaining loss, while Toronto FC seeks to follow up a hard-fought draw. With dedicated fan bases and a past of extremely close matches, this Sunshine State battle will bring drama and entertainment to the pitch.

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Orlando City SC is looking to bounce back in this match with determination, though they got a rough start to their season. They lost 4-2 in their first game to Philadelphia Union. Marco Pašalić, the Croatian midfielder, was key, scoring two goals and being awarded the Man of the Match award. The club was potent on offense with 55% of possession, creating 8 big chances, and having 9 shots on goal. But defensive leaks were noticed, conceding four goals and identifying areas for improvement.

Orlando City has been on a quest to pursue consistency with manager Óscar Pareja at the helm. The team's latest performances indicate a struggling streak, no wins in the past five games, and conceding goals in all their previous four games. Despite such challenges, the Lions possess a powerful attack that tends to feature in high-scoring matches, as seen by more than 2.5 goals in four out of their last five matches. The recruitment of Pašalić has also strengthened the midfield, and the home advantage of Exploria Stadium could give the boost necessary for a reversal.

Toronto FC Preview

Toronto FC arrives in Orlando with new hope after their 2-2 draw with DC United to start the season. Experienced midfielder Jonathan Osorio and Italian striker Federico Bernardeschi, who scored a penalty and was Man of the Match, played pivotal roles in holding their own. The Reds dominated possession by 46%, had 4 big chances created, and scored 7 on target, showcasing their effectiveness at scoring opportunities.

Toronto FC, under head coach Robin Fraser, is hoping to snap a nine-game winless streak. They have been obstinate, with fewer than 2.5 goals in seven of their last nine matches, demonstrating solidity at the back. But conceding the first goal in four of their last five matches is concerning. The central midfield pairing Osorio-Bernardeschi is Toronto's source of attacking threat, and their experience may be telling while handling Orlando City's attacking menace.

Head to Head

The previous encounters between Orlando City SC and Toronto FC have been predominantly in the favor of the Lions. Out of their last 10 matches, Orlando has won seven, Toronto has won just once, and two have ended in a draw. Interestingly enough, Toronto has lost all 10 of these encounters, and four of the last five encounters have featured over 2.5 goals. Orlando will often start off with a dominant run against Toronto, scoring first in five of the last six games and being ahead at halftime in four of the last five. In addition, the games have been reasonably disciplined, with less than 10.5 corners in the last five matches.