Orlando City Advances to Eastern Conference Final

Atlanta United's playoff journey ended with a 1-0 defeat to Orlando City SC in the Eastern Conference semifinals, marking Orlando's first-ever trip to the conference final. Ramiro Enrique scored the decisive goal in the 39th minute after a corner kick, while Atlanta struggled with injuries to key strikers Jamal Thiaré and Daniel Ríos, leading to a lack of shots on target. Despite having spells of possession, Atlanta failed to capitalize on opportunities, ending the match without a single shot directed at the goal. This loss represents Atlanta's fifth consecutive season without a trophy and raises significant questions for the team's future as they seek to hire a new technical director and manager. Orlando City will next face the New York Red Bulls for a chance to compete for the MLS Cup. The match, attended by 25,046 fans, showcased Orlando's resilience and solidified their status as contenders in the league.