Orlando City secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Charlotte FC in the first match of their MLS Cup playoff series, showcasing standout performances from Facundo Torres and Martin Ojeda. Torres opened the scoring in the 32nd minute with a left-footed strike, marking his 19th goal of the season and reinforcing his status as the club's all-time leading scorer. Ojeda added to the scoreline in the 76th minute, with assists from Iván Angulo and César Araújo, in his first postseason start. Goalkeeper Pedro Gallese recorded his fourth clean sheet of the playoffs, making two key saves to maintain Orlando's defensive strength. Charlotte's Kristijan Kahlina, despite making five saves, could not prevent the loss, marking a challenging start for the team in the best-of-three series. The series continues with the next match set for Friday in Charlotte.