Orlando City B and Carolina Core FC Draw 2-2 in Shootout

Lions claim extra point after 90-minute tie in Kissimmee

Apr. 20, 2026 at 3:22am

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting in the cubist style, breaking down a soccer match into sharp, overlapping geometric planes of color representing the players, the field, and the stadium.The intense back-and-forth action of the draw between Orlando City B and Carolina Core FC is captured in a cubist, geometric painting that deconstructs the match into a vibrant, abstract composition.Kissimmee Today

Orlando City B and Carolina Core FC played to a 2-2 draw after regulation on Sunday night at Osceola County Stadium in Kissimmee, Florida. The teams went to a shootout to break the tie, with Orlando City B claiming the extra point with a 6-5 win in the tiebreaker.

Why it matters

This draw keeps both teams in the middle of the league standings, with Orlando City B now at 2-2-1 on the season and 8 points, while Carolina Core FC remains in search of their first win.

The details

Orlando City B opened the scoring early in the first half when Gustavo Caraballo earned a penalty kick and converted it into the left side of the net. Forward Pedro Leão then extended the Lions' lead 25 minutes later with a low right-footed shot. Carolina Core FC leveled the match in the second half with goals from David Diaz and Nolan Evers, scoring three minutes apart.

  • The match was played on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
  • Gustavo Caraballo scored the opening goal early in the first half.
  • Pedro Leão extended Orlando's lead 25 minutes into the first half.
  • David Diaz and Nolan Evers scored for Carolina Core FC in the second half, three minutes apart.

The players

Gustavo Caraballo

Scored the opening goal for Orlando City B on a penalty kick.

Pedro Leão

Striker for Orlando City B who scored the second goal for the Lions.

David Diaz

Scored one of the two goals for Carolina Core FC in the second half.

Nolan Evers

Scored the second goal for Carolina Core FC, capitalizing on a loose ball in the box.

Nicholas Holliday

Goalkeeper for Carolina Core FC.

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What they’re saying

“We're disappointed not to get the full three points, but a draw and the extra point is still a good result for us.”

— Gustavo Caraballo, Orlando City B Player

What’s next

Orlando City B will look to build on this result as they continue their season, while Carolina Core FC will aim to secure their first win in their next match.

The takeaway

This hard-fought draw between two evenly matched teams showcases the competitive nature of the league and the importance of earning points, even when not securing a full victory.