Striker Benji Michel smashed home a goal to salvage a 1-1 draw on the road in Cincinnati, but Orlando City’s playoff hopes came to an end Sunday night.
Even if the Lions had clinched a win, the team’s playoff dreams were extinguished at a different stadium. The New England Revolution beat New York City FC 2-0 on Sunday, eliminating Orlando City from the postseason contention.
“We’re absolutely frustrated,” Orlando City coach James O’Connor said. “We’ve had multiple opportunities to try to get over the line. What’s really drawn the frustration for everyone tonight is the level of the first half.