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Spanish language broadcaster for Orlando City

Orlando City have signed a radio deal with Le Grande1030 AM, reports, www.sportspromedia.com/. The agreement gives the station live Spanish-language audio rights in the Florida region to all of the expansion franchise's games in their debut season in the US top flight.

Its coverage began with Orlando's 1-0 home defeat to the Vancouver Whitecaps at the Citrus Bowl on Saturday.

Orlando City president and founder Phil Rawlins said: "Our fans' passion crosses many nationalities and languages in Central Florida, and we are thrilled to partner with La Grande 1030 AM to bring the excitement of Orlando City matches to our supporters in Spanish.

"We are also happy to have two talented veteran broadcasters in the booth with Israel Herredia and Sergio Ruiz to call the exciting action from the field."

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