With a firm foundation and fresh ideas, D.C. United has been poised to blossom in its evolution under first-year coach Troy Lesesne. The road draws have been encouraging, but to a man, United has spoken of needing to take the next step and begin climbing MLS’s Eastern Conference standings.
Optimism during Saturday’s home date with Orlando City rose and dipped through the night, ending on a stunning down note after United conceded two goals in a late 10-minute span and dropped a 3-2 decision before 18,615 at Audi Field.