Orlando City has extended its partnership with United World Soccer ahead of its first Major League Soccer (MLS) season, reports, www.sportspromedia.com/. The soccer gear and equipment retailer has sponsored the club since 2011 and will now play a part in live home game experiences for fans. It will also stock official team merchandise in its stores in The Florida Mall and Downtown Disney.
"United World Soccer have been such great partners and it's an honour to have them continue this exciting ride with us as we embark on our inaugural MLS season," said Orlando City SC founder and president, Phil Rawlins.
"They will continue to serve the soccer community of Central Florida, as well as our loyal fans for years to come. We're thrilled to have them as part of the Orlando City family."
Tom Traxler, United World Soccer president, said: "Having been supporters of Orlando City as sponsors and fans since 2011, we are very excited to partner with the club as they enter MLS. We could not imagine a better way to market our brand than with the greatest club and best fans in the world."
