Orlando City extended its seven-game unbeaten streak with a 3-2 win over the Columbus Crew on Saturday, holding second place in the Eastern Conference.
Coach Oscar Pareja became the winningest coach in Orlando City history with his 23rd win . He surpassed Jason Kreis for the record in 13 fewer games.
In his first start in two months, striker Daryl Dike gave the Lions a much-needed offensive jolt.
Dike’s two goal contributions highlighted different areas of the diverse toolset that sets the striker apart.
His opening goal was a rumbling affair. Dike pinballed off his former Virginia teammate Aboubacar Keita, then soft-shoed between a pair of Columbus defenders, faking left three times before finally burying his shot.