Duncan McGuire - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Shoulder injury hindered 2025 season McGuire recorded seven starts in 19 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS Season.

Impact McGuire's 2025 season was disrupted after undergoing shoulder surgery in June, sidelining him for three months. In the 816 minutes he managed, the forward scored three goals and provided two assists on 21 shots, while creating 21 chances. When fit, McGuire typically serves in a rotational role and has yet to secure a consistent starting spot since joining Orlando in 2023.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss McGuire scored one goal on two shots (two on target) and created four chances in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Toronto.

Impact Mcguire was Orlando's lone bright spot in this one. He was all over the pitch, scoring in extra time of the second half and creating four chances for his team. Since coming back from injury six matches ago, McGuire has added two goals and one assist. He will look to carry this momentum into Wednesday's Wild Card match Vs Chicago.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Djordje Mihailovic scores 2 goals, Toronto beats Orlando 4-2 in regular-season finale

Djordje Mihailovic scored two goals, Orlando City xxx Toronto FC 4-2 in the regular-season finale for both teams

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Sets up goal in loss McGuire assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact McGuire came on in the 18th minute after defender Robin Jansson's injury and set up the team's only goal six minutes later from his lone chance created, while also completing a season-high 15 passes. Since returning from a shoulder injury in September, He has made two starts and three substitute appearances, marking his second contribution after scoring once earlier. The forward had limited starting opportunities even before the injury, with just three starts in 13 appearances, producing one goal and one assist for a total of two goals and two assists in 17 appearances.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Müller's stoppage-time goal helps Whitecaps beat Orlando 2-1

Thomas Müller scored in the seventh minute of stoppage time, Nelson Pierre also scored a late goal and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Orlando City 2-1 to take sole possession of firs...

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets winner at death McGuire took two shots, created one chance, and scored the match-winner in stoppage time of Saturday's 3-2 win over Nashville SC.

Impact McGuire fulfilled his role as a super-sub, smashing home the game-winner at the death after entering the match in the 63rd minute. The goal was just the second of the season, but now that he is fully recovered from a shoulder injury, McGuire could provide a good attacking boost for Orlando City down the stretch. Up next is a road clash on Sunday against an FC Cincinnati side that has failed to keep a clean sheet in its last nine matches across all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McGuire, Ojeda clear playoff path for Orlando City | MLSSoccer.com Orlando City SC didn't technically clinch a spot in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs on Saturday, but Duncan McGuire has them all but qualifie...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Deadspin | Duncan McGuire's stoppage-time strike lifts Orlando City past Nashville Deadspin | Duncan McGuire’s stoppage-time strike lifts Orlando City past Nashville

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Returns in Leagues Cup McGuire (shoulder) featured a few minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup, confirming his return from injury.

Impact McGuire missed all games since late May due to a shoulder injury but finally made his return on Wednesday at the very end of the match against Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup. This is good news for the Lions as it provides an additional option in the frontline for coach Oscar Pareja, although McGuire will likely remain in a bench role just like at the start of the season.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville aims to stop losing streak in matchup with Orlando City

Nashville will try to end a three-game losing streak when it hosts Orlando City

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Still out McGuire (shoulder) is out for Saturday's clash with Kansas City, per the MLS injury report.

Impact McGuire is still on the sideline Saturday, despite making a return to training earlier in the week. The striker is getting closer to a return and is actually somewhat ahead of schedule with his recovery, but isn't quite fit yet. His next chance to return, likely as a bench option, will be an Aug. 23 trip to Nashville.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Muriel and Orlando City host Sporting Kansas City

Luis Muriel leads Orlando City into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City fresh off of a two-goal showing against Inter Miami

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Training with team McGuire (shoulder) returned to team training Wednesday, per Mike Gramajo of WESH.

Impact McGuire has been out for months with a shoulder injury but is now back in training. There's some restrictions to his training, but he's expected to be an option for Saturday's clash with Kansas City. When fit McGuire is unlikely to move straight back into the starting XI, though he's shown the ability to be an efficient finisher even with limited minutes and chances.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday McGuire (shoulder) is ruled out of Sunday's clash against Inter Miami, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact McGuire was reportedly close to 100 percent and nearing a return from his shoulder injury, but that comeback will need to wait one more week as he has been ruled out for Sunday's clash with Inter Miami. That said, his absence will not impact the starting XI, since he has mainly been a bench option this season.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Enrique and Orlando City host Inter Miami

Ramiro Enrique leads Orlando City into a matchup with Inter Miami after a two-goal showing against the Columbus Crew

AUGUST 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Nearing return McGuire (shoulder) is nearing a return to fitness, per manager Oscar Pareja.

Impact McGuire is almost 100 per cent and could be back as soon as a Sunday clash with Miami. The striker underwent a shoulder surgery in June, but appears to be ahead of schedule with his recovery. McGuire was off to a tough start in league action before the injury.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ojeda leads Orlando City against the Columbus Crew

Martin Ojeda leads Orlando City into a matchup with the Columbus Crew after scoring two goals against the New England Revolution

JULY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Campana and the New England Revolution host Orlando City

Leonardo Campana leads the New England Revolution into a matchup with Orlando City following a two-goal outing against the New York Red Bulls

JULY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City hosts CF Montreal in Eastern Conference action

Orlando City hosts CF Montreal in conference action

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Charlotte FC takes losing streak into match with Orlando City

Charlotte FC looks to stop a three-game skid when it hosts Orlando City

JULY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Evander leads Cincinnati against Orlando City

Evander leads Cincinnati into a matchup with Orlando City fresh off of a two-goal performance against CF Montreal

JUNE 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Klauss and Saint Louis City SC host Orlando City

Klauss leads Saint Louis City SC into a matchup with Orlando City following a three-goal outing against the LA Galaxy

JUNE 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Undergoes shoulder surgery McGuire is set to miss the next 3-4 month after undergoing shoulder surgery, reports Tom Bogert of Give Me Sport.

Impact McGuire was having a tough season as is, struggling to get playing time as he had only started three times in the 12 games played in MLS. He is not expected to return until September the earlier, with his season likely on the time if there are any set backs that he may encounter.

JUNE 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Orlando City in non-conference play

The Colorado Rapids and Orlando City square off in a non-conference matchup

JUNE 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City forward Duncan McGuire out with shoulder injury | MLSSoccer.com Orlando City striker Duncan McGuire has undergone successful surgery for a labral repair in his left shoulder, the club announced Friday.

JUNE 6, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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