MLS club Orlando City SC have announced a friendly with Brazilian club Ponte Preta.
The Lions, currently in their debut MLS season, will host the Serie A Campeonato side on May 2 at the Citrus Bowl in downtown Orlando.
Orlando City president Phil Rawlins admits it is a great opportunity to continue growing the club's brand in Brazil to go along with the ownership of Flavio Augusto da Silva and the presence of superstar Kaka.
"An international friendly against the oldest Brazilian team brings world class entertainment for our fans and yet additional economic benefits for the region," said Rawlins.
"More Brazilians travel to Orlando than from any other country of origin, and we are excited to offer this exhibition to not only our fans, but tourists visiting the region.
"This once more proves our commitment to further strengthen Orlando's image as the 'Soccer Capital of the South' both nationally and around the world."
Ponte's Chief Finance Officer and president of the club's Commission of Internationalization, Gustavo Valio, added: "We want explore new horizons, increase our fan base within and outside Brazil, as well as generate new international business opportunities for Ponte (Preta)."
