Sat Apr 12 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Orlando City and Pride Prepare for Weekend Action; Academy Teams Shine
**Orlando, FL –** Orlando City SC and the Orlando Pride are gearing up for crucial weekend matches, while the club’s academy teams are making headlines in youth tournaments.
Orlando City will host the New York Red Bulls on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. at Exploria Stadium in a rematch of last year’s Eastern Conference final. The teams drew 2-2 earlier this season. Head Coach Oscar Pareja aims to build on their recent momentum against the Red Bulls’ strong press and offense, led by Emil Forsberg.
The Orlando Pride, undefeated in their first three games, face a road test against the Seattle Reign on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. A win would mark their fourth consecutive victory to start the season. While the Pride’s defense has been exceptional, Seattle presents a challenging opponent.
Orlando City’s U-18 team is generating buzz ahead of the Generation Adidas Cup, considered a team to watch. Players like Colin Guske and Gustavo Caraballo are expected to be key contributors. The team opens against Inter Milan on Saturday at 4:30 p.m.
Elsewhere, the Concacaf Gold Cup draw has placed the US Men’s National Team against Saudi Arabia, Haiti, and Trinidad & Tobago. The tournament will be a significant test for the USMNT following their recent Concacaf Nations League setback.
Orlando City B also continues its season, with recent results showing both wins and losses in their MLS NEXT Pro campaign. The team’s performance reflects the ongoing development of young players. The club is also focusing on player retention, specifically highlighting the importance of re-signing midfielder Cesar Araujo. The club continues to work on creating and showcasing unique fan apparel through collaborations with artists.
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