The World of Professional Soccer in Orlando
By Kate Cohen
June 1, 2025
Soccer, or football depending on where you’re from, is the most popular sport in the world.
With a global fan base of over 3.5 billion people, the sport is loved for its tribalism and sense of community and belonging which all make it easy to see why it has incredible universal appeal.
Here in Orlando, we have not just one, but two professional soccer teams that call The City Beautiful home: Orlando City Soccer Club and Orlando Pride.
Ready to take in an exciting soccer match during your next trip to Central Florida?
Here’s what you should know about soccer in Orlando.
Key Takeaways
Orlando City
Orlando City SC is the men’s soccer team of Orlando. Affectionately known as The Lions, Orlando City was founded in 2010.
The club competes in the Eastern Conference of the Major League Soccer (MLS), the highest level of the American soccer league system.
In its 15 years of existence, Orlando City has had many notable alumni, including players like Kaka, Kieron Bernard, Dom Dwyer, and Nani.
Orlando City SC’s season begins in mid-February and lasts through mid-October.
Check out their home game schedule here.
Orlando Pride
Orlando Pride is the city’s women’s soccer team, competing in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).
In 2024, Orlando Pride won their first championship titles, claiming both the NWSL Shield and NWSL Championship.
This incredible accomplishment made Orlando Pride the city’s first team to win a major championship.
Orlando Pride’s most famous alumni include two-time World Cup winner Alex Morgan and World Cup record-breaker Marta.
The NWSL season runs from mid-March through early November. Their full season schedule can be found here.
Inter&Co Stadium
Both Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride play at Inter&Co Stadium, a beautiful facility built in 2017.
With seating for over 25,000 fans, the soccer-specific stadium is in the heart of Downtown Orlando and within easy walking distance of some of the city’s best bars and restaurants.
The outdoor stadium is home to a variety of local food vendors, including 4 Rivers Smokehouse, Black Rooster Taqueria, and Teak Neighborhood Grill.
In recent seasons, these and a variety of rotating carts with local options have offered fans a true taste of local Orlando while cheering on their home teams.
Be sure to stop by The Den to pick up your exclusive Orlando City and Orlando Pride merch!
In addition to home games, Inter&Co Stadium also hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including the 2018 and 2022 Men’s National Team’s World Cup Qualifiers and the 2017 NWSL Championship.
In June 2025, it hosted two FIFA Club World Cup games, including Ulsan HD vs. Mamelodi Sundowns FC, and SL Benefica v. Auckland City FC.
Fanbase
If you happen to see a lot of purple throughout your time in Orlando, rest assured you’re in the midst of Orlando soccer fans.
Orlando City’s team colors are purple and gold, with their logo bearing the brave face of a powerful lion.
Orlando Pride, on the other hand, shares the same shade of purple accented with light blue. Their logo features the famous Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain at Lake Eola Park.
Orlando soccer fans are a proud and loyal community.
When you attend a soccer game at Inter&Co Stadium, check out The Wall, an area designated for fans in Recognized Supporter Clubs.
The Wall’s focus is on building “stronger camaraderie and cooperation between supporters clubs in a coordinated attempt to create the loudest, most creative, most passionate, and visually stunning sporting experience in North American soccer.”
You’ll feel the passion and excitement Orlando locals have for their home soccer teams when you attend a game – that's guaranteed.
Worried you won’t fit in? Check out Orlando City’s chants on their website to prepare for game day.
Take Pride in Your Stay at a Rosen Inn
Inter&Co Stadium is only a short drive from each of our Rosen Inn properties, meaning you can enjoy an exciting soccer game with ease when you visit.
When you’re not cheering on Orlando City or Orlando Pride, you can take advantage of our hotel amenities, including complimentary shuttle service to select theme parks.
Spend your day lounging by our beautiful seasonally heated pools or create your own adventure as you explore the surrounding entertainment district.
Whatever your Orlando itinerary has in store, we look forward to making your visit even more memorable.