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Orlando Wins 4-0 with Griezmann Debut; Revolution Sign Harrison

7/26/2026

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Griezmann Debut Win

Orlando City SC beat San Jose Earthquakes 4-0 in Antoine Griezmann’s debut, giving the Lions their first clean sheet.
Griezmann scored the third goal as Eduard Atuesta assisted three other scores and Maxime Crépeau made nine saves for the shutout.
Interim head coach Martín Perelman said the win showed energy, left Orlando two points behind D.C. United for ninth playoff spot and kept the club at 10 points, 10th in conference.

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Harrison Signs

The New England Revolution signed winger Jack Harrison from Leeds United through 2029-30, pending a P-1 visa.
Harrison, the No. 1 2016 MLS pick, recorded 40 goals and 40 assists in 318 matches and helped Leeds win the 2019-20 Championship.
General manager Chris Tierney said Harrison fills an important need and adds creativity to the attack.
Fourth-place Revolution will unveil him before Saturday’s home game versus Atlanta United, with fireworks.

History

Historical Context

January 2007 saw 31-year-old David Beckham leave Real Madrid for a five-year, $250 million Designated Player deal with LA Galaxy, the first use of the Beckham Rule that lets MLS clubs exceed the salary cap. His $6.5 million salary and fame filled stadiums, attracted sponsors and created a template used by clubs like Inter Miami and Orlando City to sign stars like Antoine Griezmann and Jack Harrison.

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Griezmann Debut Win

Orlando City SC beat San Jose Earthquakes 4-0 in Antoine Griezmann’s debut, giving the Lions their first clean sheet.
Griezmann scored the third goal as Eduard Atuesta assisted three other scores and Maxime Crépeau made nine saves for the shutout.
Interim head coach Martín Perelman said the win showed energy, left Orlando two points behind D.C. United for ninth playoff spot and kept the club at 10 points, 10th in conference.

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