Orlando City B at Atlanta United 2
Saturday, August 22, 1:00 p.m.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta United Training Ground, Marietta, Ga.
History with the Five Stripes
Orlando City B holds a 5W-2L-3D all-time record against Atlanta United 2 and enters Saturday's match having won the previous meeting between the sides earlier this season. The Lions earned a 2-0 victory on May 10 at Turner Sports Complex behind a ninth-minute penalty kick from Orlando City SC midfielder Gustavo Caraballo and a 75th-minute strike from Issah Haruna, assisted by Orlando City SC forward Harvey Sarajian.
Back in Action
Orlando City SC midfielder Gustavo Caraballo returned to the starting lineup for Orlando City B in its Aug. 15 match against Chicago Fire FC II, marking his first MLS NEXT Pro appearance since July 26 against Huntsville City FC. The Venezuelan international has recorded eight goal contributions (four goals, four assists) in 15 MLS NEXT Pro appearances this season, with his four assists ranking second on the team and his four goals tied for third behind Harvey Sarajian and Pedro Leão.
Midfield Presence
Midfielder Ignacio Gómez made the 15th start of his Orlando City B career in the club's Aug. 15 matchup with Chicago Fire FC II. The Argentine has appeared in 17 MLS NEXT Pro matches this season and scored two goals, netting his first professional goal against Inter Miami CF II on May 24 before scoring again in the following match against Chattanooga FC on May 31.
Steady in Goal
Orlando City SC goalkeeper Tristan Himes made the 15th start and appearance of his Orlando City B career in the club's Aug. 15 matchup with Chicago Fire FC II. The DeBary, Fla., native has recorded 42 saves and logged more than 1,300 minutes for the Lions since making his MLS NEXT Pro and professional debut against Huntsville City FC on July 25, 2025.
