Orlando City Defeats CF Montréal 2-1 in Interim Coach Perelman’s Debut

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 14, 2026) — Duncan McGuire and Martín Ojeda each scored a goal as Orlando City SC defeated CF Montréal 2-1 at Inter&Co Stadium on Saturday night, marking the first win for interim head coach Martín Perelman.

Match Summary

First-half goals from McGuire and Ojeda propelled Orlando City (1-3-0, 3 points) to victory over CF Montréal (1-1-0, 3 points). McGuire opened the scoring in the 19th minute, tapping home a rebound after Iván Angulo’s shot hit the near post. Montréal quickly responded with a goal from Prince Owusu in the 24th minute, heading in a corner kick from Wikelman Carmona.

Ojeda secured the win for Orlando City in the 31st minute, finishing a play initiated by Angulo and Marco Pašalić. Angulo played a through ball to Pašalić, who then passed it back to Ojeda for the decisive goal.

Coaching Transition

The victory came after a recent change in leadership, as Orlando City and Oscar Pareja mutually parted ways on Wednesday. Perelman’s debut as interim head coach resulted in a positive outcome for the team, marking the first win by an interim head coach in the club’s MLS era.

Key Performances

• Duncan McGuire: Scored his first goal of the season, opening the scoring for Orlando City.
• Martín Ojeda: Scored the game-winning goal and wore the captain’s armband.
• Iván Angulo: Assisted on both Orlando City goals.
• Javier Otero: Made four saves for Orlando City.
• Prince Owusu: Scored the lone goal for CF Montréal.
• Thomas Gillier: Made four saves for CF Montréal.

Looking Ahead

Orlando City will travel to Nashville SC on Saturday, March 21, to face them at GEODIS Park. CF Montréal will visit FC Cincinnati on Sunday, March 22.

Scoring Summary

• 19’ – Duncan McGuire (ORL)
• 24’ – Prince Owusu (MTL)
• 31’ – Martín Ojeda (ORL)