The Lions won 2-1 in New York, proving that they can win on the road. After winning five of their first six, where do they fall on the power rankings? Here’s what the media had to say:
MLS
Ranking: 3 (Last week: 5)
“‘A lot of the hype or the word around town is that we only had four wins because they’re all at home. Nobody can say that anymore.’ That's Jason Kreis after the win, and that's correct. Welcome to the top 3, Orlando City.”
ESPN FC
Ranking: 2 (Last week: 3)
“We knew the Lions could win at home. Now they've proved they can win on the road. Cyle Larin's third and fourth tallies of the year led the way in an impressive 2-1 win at New York City FC. Combined with Columbus Crew SC's loss, the win vaulted Orlando into first place and up a spot in our Power Rankings.”
Sports Illustrated
Ranking: 3 (Last week: 6)
“The Lions have made news around the league thanks to their excellent home form, but a 2–1 win at NYCFC showed that they are a force to be reckoned with on the road as well. Cyle Larin scored two more to put him just one off the lead for the Golden Boot. Orlando has won three in a row and has a date at home vs. Colorado this weekend. It’s a good time to be a Lion–not to mention that a win at Yankee Stadium had to be extra satisfying for Jason Kreis.”
