Barbra Banda Season-Ending Injury | Orlando Pride | Daily Injury

2025-08-23 — 4 min read

Orlando Pride and Zambian forward Barbra Banda has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to an adductor injury sustained during their game against Kansas City.

Injury Report

Doctors confirmed the adductor injury following the match on August 16, placing Banda on the season-ending injury list. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Orlando Pride Implications

Banda had eight goals and one assist across 16 matches—her absence removes a potent offensive force. The Pride must now rely on squad depth to maintain competitiveness as the season winds down.

This is a major blow to the Pride’s attacking identity. Their playoff positioning may now hinge on how effectively the squad compensates for her absence.