Decisive Moment
A single strike from Antoine Griezmann proved sufficient for Orlando City SC to secure a 1-0 victory over visiting San Diego FC on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The decisive moment arrived in the 28th minute at Inter&Co Stadium, where Griezmann found the back of the net to break the deadlock.
That goal stood as the sole source of offense for either side throughout the contest, resulting in a narrow home win for Orlando.
Match Overview
The match was characterized by a lack of offensive production from both squads. San Diego FC failed to register any goals against Orlando City SC goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau. While Crépeau made two saves to protect his team's lead, he was not the only one tasked with stopping the visitors.
San Diego FC goalkeeper CJ dos Santos recorded three saves in an effort to keep the score level.
Offensively, Antoine Griezmann led Orlando City SC with three total shots on goal. His performance included the match-winning effort that defined the result. For San Diego FC, Anders Dreyer was the most active attacker, registering two total shots but unable to convert his opportunities into a tie or a lead.
Final Result and Records
The final score remained 1-0 in favor of Orlando City SC. The victory improved Orlando City SC's record to 8-4-11 for the season. San Diego FC, falling short on their road trip, saw their record drop to 8-6-9.
No other goals were scored by either team. There were no additional assist statistics provided for the goal scorer. The match concluded with Orlando City SC holding onto their narrow advantage, relying on Griezmann's early intervention and defensive stability to close out the game.
Sources
https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761771
