Orlando City began their Leagues Cup campaign with a convincing 3-1 win over Liga MX side Atlas on August 3rd, 2025, with a 06:00 kick-off. This strong performance at home puts the MLS club in a commanding position in their group as they aim to progress deep into the cross-border competition. Orlando City started brightly and were rewarded with an early goal, adding a second just before halftime to take a firm grip on the match. Atlas pulled a goal back early in the second half to set up a tense finale, but Orlando City sealed the victory with a third goal on the counter-attack in the 80th minute. The match was physical, with several players receiving yellow cards, but Orlando's quality in the final third was the difference. The win is a major confidence booster for Orlando City, whose manager praised the execution of the game plan, while the Atlas coach acknowledged the home side's superior efficiency.