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FC Naples falls 1-0 to Orlando City SC on controversial second-half call
TL;DR
FC Naples lost 1-0 to Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup due to a controversial missed call in the 71st minute. The match, held at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex, marked a significant event as it was the first time an MLS team played in Naples.
FC Naples coach Matt Poland took a long look around an empty stadium at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex after the club's biggest match to date, against Orlando City in the Round of 32 in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
Poland knew his team should've been playing in extra time. A vast majority of the sell-out 4,782 in attendance, clad in FC Naples gear, knew it too.
Wednesday, April 15, marked the first time an MLS team had come to Naples to play at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex, but that moment was largely overshadowed by a missed call in the 71st minute that ultimately prevented FC Naples, which plays in USL League One, the U.S.'s third division of professional soccer, from securing a landmark win in just their second year in existence.
FC Naples defender Julian Cisneros (3) takes the ball near the corner as Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) guards him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC defender Adrián Marín (3) slide tackles FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC goalkeeper Javier Otero (12) punches the ball away during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Fans cheer as Orlando City SC and FC Naples prepare to play the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Fans cheer as Orlando City SC and FC Naples prepare to play the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) heads the ball during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC forward Justin Ellis (22) gets a touch while grabbing the jersey of FC Naples defender Joshua Yoder (22) during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) celebrates after scoring against FC Naples during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC defender Tahir Reid-Brown (29) and midfielder Yutaro Tsukada (34) celebrate with midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) after Spicer's goal during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples forward Raul Miglietti (9) slides to clear the ball from Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples midfielder Aiden Mesias (23) takes the ball downfield during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Orlando City SC midfielder Yutaro Tsukada (34) drops his head after the team misses a shot during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples midfielder Kevin O'Connor (14) cuts back as the Orlando City SC defense trails him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples forward Christopher Garcia (11) takes a shot toward the net as Orlando City SC defender Zakaria Taifi (19) tries to block it during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples midfielder Andrés Ferrín (10) reacts after the team misses a shot on goal during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples players protest after a goal isn't called during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) heads the ball toward the net during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) reacts after his header is blocked by Orlando City SC goalkeeper Javier Otero (12) during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples defender Julian Cisneros (3) handles the ball as Orlando City SC midfielder Colin Guske (25) defends against him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples forwward Dominick Bachstein (18) passes the ball during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Collier County Commissioners Burt Saunders and Rick LoCastro are brought onto the field before the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game between Orlando City SC and FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples defender Julian Cisneros (3) takes the ball near the corner as Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) guards him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples defender Julian Cisneros (3) takes the ball near the corner as Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) guards him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC defender Adrián Marín (3) slide tackles FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC goalkeeper Javier Otero (12) punches the ball away during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Fans cheer as Orlando City SC and FC Naples prepare to play the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Fans cheer as Orlando City SC and FC Naples prepare to play the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) heads the ball during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC forward Justin Ellis (22) gets a touch while grabbing the jersey of FC Naples defender Joshua Yoder (22) during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) celebrates after scoring against FC Naples during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC defender Tahir Reid-Brown (29) and midfielder Yutaro Tsukada (34) celebrate with midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) after Spicer's goal during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples forward Raul Miglietti (9) slides to clear the ball from Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples midfielder Aiden Mesias (23) takes the ball downfield during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Orlando City SC midfielder Yutaro Tsukada (34) drops his head after the team misses a shot during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples midfielder Kevin O'Connor (14) cuts back as the Orlando City SC defense trails him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples forward Christopher Garcia (11) takes a shot toward the net as Orlando City SC defender Zakaria Taifi (19) tries to block it during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples midfielder Andrés Ferrín (10) reacts after the team misses a shot on goal during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples players protest after a goal isn't called during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) heads the ball toward the net during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples forward Taylor Gray (7) reacts after his header is blocked by Orlando City SC goalkeeper Javier Otero (12) during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples defender Julian Cisneros (3) handles the ball as Orlando City SC midfielder Colin Guske (25) defends against him during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples forwward Dominick Bachstein (18) passes the ball during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
Collier County Commissioners Burt Saunders and Rick LoCastro are brought onto the field before the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game between Orlando City SC and FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
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FC Naples battles Orlando City SC in U.S. Open Cup play
FC Naples compete against Orlando City SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Orlando City won 1-0.
Off a corner kick, Dominick Bachstein found an opening on the back side of the Orlando City defense, and got enough on it to push it past the goal line in full. A sliding save from defender Nolan Miller came afterwards, clearing the ball out after Bachstein and other FC Naples players converged to celebrate the goal.
FC Naples was denied extra time despite a flurry of opportunities late, falling 1-0 to Orlando City.
"I feel bad for our guys," Poland said. "They fought to earn the goal. And for that goal not to be counted is obviously very disappointing. I thought we were playing well enough, and we scored the goal. For it not to count, it's very sad for the guys. I'm heartbroken for them, but I'm so proud of them, and the way they fought, the way they competed, and the way this community came out and supported was incredible. Heartbroken for the results, but so thankful to be able to represent this city."
FC Naples players protest after a goal isn't called during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against Orlando City SC at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Early on, FC Naples looked as if they were getting acclimated to the style of Orlando City, which started in a 3-4-3 formation. The MLS club looked like the better team for much of the first half, ultimately breaking through in the 18th minute.
Tyrese Spicer wrapped behind Justin Ellis, who picked up multiple FC Naples defenders and left Spicer, the No. 1 pick in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft with a free look from 25 yards out. His laser beam went past goalkeeper Edward Delgado to take a 1-0 lead early. It marked the first goal conceded by FC Naples in over 300 minutes of game action.
"I saw the back of the net and was like, let me have a go at the goal," Spicer said. "It went in. I was grateful for that. Being back on the field playing again, my confidence is up. Being out with a groin injury for so long, having a few training sessions under my belt, and playing 70 minutes is a pretty good day. We got the victory."
Orlando City SC midfielder Tyrese Spicer (14) celebrates after scoring against FC Naples during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
FC Naples could've trailed by more entering halftime had Yutaro Tsukada's pass to Ellis on a cross not been too far out ahead, as the forward was right in front of the goal with precision timing.
The Lions had a chance to take another 2-0 lead in the 48th minute, with a deflected shot that grazed the outer half of the left post. A mere 15 minutes later, the tide changed quickly, rather fast.
FC Naples started to find holes in the Orlando City defense, peppering goalkeeper Javier Otero from every which way. A stretch of five corners in five minutes resulted in no goals for the home side, including the aforementioned no-call.
Orlando City SC midfielder Yutaro Tsukada (34) drops his head after the team misses a shot during the first half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game against FC Naples at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Despite being shut out, the ability to generate those looks provided a promising sight from midfielder Kevin O'Connor's perspective, especially as they head into league play from here on out.
"It breeds confidence," O'Connor said. "We know how good we are. We know good we can be. I think offensively, defensively, I think we've done right tonight, and that little bit of luck just didn't break our way. We have to be able to take this into league form. The league is now our bread and butter, and we have to be pushing to try and be one of the best teams in that.
"We have to take every bit of confidence from this because that's as good a performance against an MLS team as you'll see. We've got got another tough game now in four days, we travel to Portland. It's the next game, the next game's up."
FC Naples forward Christopher Garcia (11) takes a shot toward the net as Orlando City SC defender Zakaria Taifi (19) tries to block it during the second half of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 game at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
For Poland and his squad, they'll be wondering what should've been, as the chance to host the MLS' New England Revolution in the Round of 16 is now dashed.
"They completed for 90 minutes against an MLS side, and should have been tied 1-1 after that 98th minute," Poland said. "As a team, hopefully we take this with confidence to move forward in league play."
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This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: MLS Orlando City escapes against USL FC Naples 1-0 in U.S. Open Cup
Q&A
What was the controversial call in the FC Naples vs. Orlando City SC match?
The controversial call occurred in the 71st minute, which many believed should have led to FC Naples playing in extra time.
How many fans attended the FC Naples match against Orlando City SC?
The match had a sell-out crowd of 4,782 fans in attendance.
What is the significance of the match for FC Naples?
This match was significant as it was the first time an MLS team played at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex and marked a key moment in FC Naples' second year as a club.
What league does FC Naples compete in?
FC Naples competes in USL League One, which is the third division of professional soccer in the U.S.
