The Sunday Statistical Showdown throughout the year has consistently looked at how many points would be needed for Orlando to reach the playoffs. So far this year the Lions are sitting on eight points and in third place garnering 1.6 points per match in this 2016 MLS season.
Until last Friday, when Orlando came up against the high flying Philadelphia Union in Philly, Orlando stood unbeaten and had taken ties in the first two home matches versus Chicago and Real Salt Lake respectively. Going away to New York City brought the first win of the year and was followed up by a trouncing of Portland here in Orlando.