Orlando City SC is a Major League Soccer club based in Orlando, Florida, competing in the Eastern Conference. The team plays its home matches at the spectacular Exploria Stadium in downtown Orlando. Founded in 2010, the club began play in MLS in 2015 after a successful stint in the USL, bringing top-tier professional soccer to Central Florida. The team's name and iconic purple colors were chosen to reflect the regal history of the region. Orlando City's peak era has been defined in recent years, culminating in a historic triumph in the 2022 U.S. Open Cup, the club's first major trophy, followed by a dramatic run to the 2023 Leagues Cup final. This period has been spearheaded by global superstar Kaká in its early MLS years and now by dynamic talents like Facundo Torres. The modern Lions are a consistent playoff contender under coach Oscar Pareja, known for an attacking and entertaining style. The club's supporter culture, led by The Wall at Exploria, is among the most vibrant and loudest in North America. Orlando City has firmly established itself as a powerhouse in American soccer.