Analysis The numbers behind the result
Orlando clinical in front of goal as San Jose's possession proves hollow
Orlando City's 4-0 victory was fully deserved, outperforming their 1.53 xG with ruthless efficiency while San Jose (1.04 xG) failed to convert territorial dominance (51% possession) into clear chances. Despite near-identical shots on target (7 each), Orlando's superior shot quality inside the box (11 attempts vs San Jose's 8) and three assists from Eduard Atuesta proved decisive. Brekalo (7'), Angulo (29'), Griezmann (48'), and Ojeda (73') capitalised on transitional moments, exposing San Jose's high defensive line (7 offsides).
San Jose's 81% pass accuracy (329/408) masked a lack of penetration, with only 3 corners generated from sustained spells. Orlando's defensive organisation limited the hosts to 3 blocked shots, while goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau's 7 saves preserved the clean sheet. The key stat: Orlando scored 4 goals from just 1.53 xG, underlining their clinical edge in a game where both sides created similar expected threat.