Lewandowski scores late penalty as Chicago Fire tops Orlando City
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 4:28 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty kick for the Chicago Fire, giving them a 2-1 victory over Orlando City on Wednesday in Orlando. The match was delayed by inclement weather for approximately 90 minutes. Puso Dithejane opened the scoring for Chicago in the fourth minute, while David Brekalo equalized for Orlando in the 52nd minute. This win marks the Fire's third consecutive victory, improving their record to 11-8-2. Chris Brady made three saves in goal for Chicago.
- •Lewandowski scored in the 68th minute.
- •Chicago leads Orlando 11-8-2 in all-time matchups.
- •Weather caused a 90-minute delay before kickoff.
- •Chicago's win marks their third straight league victory.
- •Chris Brady recorded three saves for the Fire.
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"Robert Lewandowski scored on a penalty kick to give the Chicago Fire a late victory over Orlando City on Wednesday in a game delayed about 90 minutes by inclement weather.
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