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The XI: Five Debuts for NYCFC's Orlando Opener

MLS is back and NYCFC have got a fresh new look for the 2017 Season.

Five new signings will make their first appearances for Patrick Vieira’s team at Orlando City in the opening game of the new campaign.

In goal, Sean Johnson has earned the starting spot following his move from Chicago Fire (via a trade with Atlanta), with Eirik Johansen named on the bench,

There’s one new face in defense too where Alexander Callens will partner up alongside Maxime Chanot in between Ronald Matarrita and RJ Allen.

Andrea Pirlo retains his spot in midfield but there are two new recruits alongside him in the shape of Finland international Alex Ring and new Designated Player, Maxi Moralez, who starts in behind the front man as the no.