David Brekalo - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Ojeda and Orlando City visit CF Montreal

Martin Ojeda leads Orlando City into a matchup with CF Montreal after scoring three goals against Inter Miami

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Bench option in derby Brekalo (lower leg) is among the substitutes for Saturday's game versus Inter Miami.

Impact Brekalo could play again in the rivalry match following a three-game absence due to his leg injury. The defender is a reliable contributor of passes and clearances when on the field, but his upside might be limited until he regains a starting spot. He'll contend with Iago Teodoro and Adrian Marin for a place in Orlando's back line in upcoming fixtures.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami takes home draw streak into matchup with Orlando City

Inter Miami takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in three home games in a row

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Baribo and D.C. United host Orlando City

Thai Baribo leads D.C

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Doubtful with leg issue Brekalo is questionable with a lower leg injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Brekalo's status is uncertain, and his availability will depend on the severity of his injury. He has featured in each of the six MLS clashes he has been available for this year, averaging 6.0 clearances per game over that span. Nolan Miller will likely get the nod if Brekalo is unable to play.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Bouanga's 5th career MLS hat trick helps LAFC beat Orlando City 6-0

Denis Bouanga scored three goals, his fifth career hat trick in MLS, and Son Heung-min had four assists to help Los Angeles FC beat Orlando City 6-0

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Starting against LAFC Brekalo (lower leg) is in the starting squad for Saturday's meeting with Los Angeles FC.

Impact Brekalo missed the previous league contest due to a leg issue, but he recovered in time to regain a starting position. He'll serve as part of a back line alongside Iago Teodoro and Nolan Miller and could be relied on for clearances, although Orlando have little clean sheet chances based on their recent performance.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers leg injury Brekalo (lower leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Brekalo is dealing with some issues in his leg and could miss time, now questionable moving forward. Luckily, if he were to miss time, the international break is on the horizon and would give him some rest. However, he is a starter, so his absence would shake things up, with Nolan Miller as a potential replacement.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 30 appearances in 2025 Brekalo made 28 starts in 30 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Brekalo overcame an injury-hit start to 2025 to cement himself as Orlando's first-choice left back. He contributed one goal and two assists while recording 122 clearances and 47 tackles. After an injury-plagued 2024, this season marked a strong rebound, positioning him as a favorite to retain his starting role heading into 2026.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Goal in loss Brekalo scored one goal on two shot attempts (one on target) in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Toronto.

Impact Brekalo's 54th minute strike was his first goal of the season in 29 appearances. The talented defender will look to keep the good times rolling when Orlando heads to Chicago for their Wild Card match on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto takes home draw streak into matchup against Orlando City

Toronto takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in four straight home games

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Called up for Slovenia Brekalo was called up for Slovenia and is out for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

Impact Brekalo was called up for his national team and won't play during the penultimate match of the regular season. Brekalo has been an every-day starter when available, missing very few matches. With Alex Freeman also out, Orlando will be forced into a very makeshift backline.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi Scores Twice to Lift Inter Miami into Leagues Cup Final

Lionel Messi scored twice in his return and Inter Miami beat Orlando City 3-1 on Wednesday night to advance to the Leagues Cup Final.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Lionel Messi Scores Twice to Lift Inter Miami into Leagues Cup Final

Assists Wednesday Brekalo assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus New York City FC.

Impact Brekalo recorded just his second assist of the season during the loss to NYCFC on Wednesday. He has consistently in the starting Xi since April with 17 straight MLS starts, tallying 72 clearances, 32 tackles and eight clean sheets in that span.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martínez scores in stoppage time, Matt Freese has 6 saves, NYCFC beats Orlando 2-1

Alonso Martínez scored in stoppage time to help New York City FC rally and beat Orlando City 2-1

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Evander scores 2 goals for the second time this week and Cincinnati beats Orlando 2-1

Evander scored two goals for the second time this week and Cincinnati held off a late charge by Orlando for a 2-1 victory

JUNE 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Tallies assist in win Brekalo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over Charlotte FC.

Impact In what marked his seventh consecutive start, Brekalo logged his first assist of the season. He has accounted for at least one chance created in four straight matches. He also tied his season high with two interceptions in the win and has earned two tackles won in back-to-back games.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ojeda scores again and Orlando keeps streak alive with 3-1 victory over Charlotte

Luis Muriel and red-hot Martín Ojeda scored early goals and Orlando City stretched its unbeaten run to 11 matches with a 3-1 victory over Charlotte

MAY 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Solid defensively Brekalo recorded one tackle (one won) and six clearances in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Brekalo played the full 90 Saturday, having a decent performance in his fourth consecutive start after only seeing one through the first six contests of the season. He would prove decent in the defense, notching one tackle won and six clearances. He only saw a rotational role last season but could be working into more of a starting role this campaign, as the club has seen four straight clean sheets since he entered the starting XI.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from Slovenia Brekalo (international duty) is back in Orlando and is an option moving forward, Mike Gramajo of WESH reports.

Impact Brekalo is back in Orlando after serving with the Slovenian national team. The defender started only in the opening game of the season and has played just eight minutes off the bench since then. He is expected to remain a bench option for Orlando moving forward.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent Slovenia Brekalo has been called up by Slovenia for both games against Slovakia in the Nations League qualifications on March 20 and March 23, respectively.

Impact Brekalo started the opening game of the season before picking up a shoulder injury and returning for eight minutes in Orlando's last contest. He will miss Saturday's match against D.C. United due to a call-up but should be back in time to face LA Galaxy on March 29. Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel will likely form the central defense on Saturday.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Brekalo (shoulder) is on the bench for Saturday's match against NYRB.

Impact Brekalo is back from his shoulder injury that has kept him out since the season opener, getting to the bench for his return. He did start in the opening match of the season and will look to see the start next contest after testing his legs.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls take shutout streak into matchup against Orlando City

The New York Red Bulls come into a matchup against Orlando City after notching two straight shutout wins

MARCH 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Brekalo (shoulder) is out for Saturday's trip to NYC FC, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Brekalo has been ruled out officially for Saturday's trip. It's a tough blow in the backline as he now misses a second match in a row. Kyle Smith should continue to start at center-back with Brekalo on the sideline for Saturday's showdown.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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