Orlando City's valuation jumped $60 million in one year, outpacing MLS median growth of 7.2% and reflecting investor appetite for sunbelt soccer markets. the Lions now command a 3.1x revenue multiple—above league average of 2.8x—driven by improved academy monetization, expanded stadium revenue streams, and ownership's investment in youth talent pipelines. The valuation positions Orlando in the top 10 MLS franchises, ahead of markets with larger metro populations, signaling that operational efficiency and youth economics now matter more than geography alone in MLS deal structures.