Orlando City Soccer

Orlando City Soccer Signs New Forward From Brazil

Orlando City Soccer

Orlando City Soccer has signed forward Facundo Torres from Brazilian club Peñarol, the club announced on Thursday.

Torres, 21, joined Penarol form Argentinian club Boston River in 2020, and has since made 74 appearances for the Uruguayan club across all competitions, scoring 33 goals and providing 22 assists.

The young forward has also represented Uruguay at the international level, making six appearances for the Uruguay U-20 team.

Torres' Stats

In the 2022 season, Torres scored 13 goals and provided seven assists in 35 appearances for Peñarol in all competitions. He also helped the club win the Uruguayan Primera Division championship.

Torres is a versatile forward who can play as a center forward or as a winger. He is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and finishing skills.

Expectations for Torres

Orlando City is hoping that Torres can provide a much-needed boost to their attack. The club has struggled to score goals in recent seasons, and Torres is expected to be a key part of their solution.

Torres is expected to make his debut for Orlando City in the club's next match, which is against the New England Revolution on March 4.

What This Means for Orlando City

The signing of Torres is a significant move for Orlando City. The club has been looking for a new forward for some time, and they believe that Torres has the potential to be a star in MLS.

Torres is a young and talented player with a lot of potential. He has already shown that he can score goals at a high level, and he is expected to be a key part of Orlando City's attack for many years to come.