Lionel Messi proved once again why he is the reigning MLS MVP, netting a clinical second-half brace to lead Inter Miami CF to a thrilling 4-2 comeback victory over rivals Orlando City.
Orlando City looked poised to continue their historical dominance over Miami, racing into a 2-0 lead within the first 25 minutes.
18th Minute: Marco Pašalić opened the scoring for the hosts, finishing a sharp pass from Ivan Angulo to extend his scoring streak against Miami to four consecutive games.
24th Minute: The "Lions" doubled their advantage when Martin Ojeda clinicaly converted a setup from Griffin Dorsey, leaving the champions reeling at halftime.
49th Minute: The comeback began with halftime substitute Mateo Silvetti, who unleashed a stunning long-range strike to notch his first career professional goal.
57th Minute: Lionel Messi leveled the score, navigating a congested penalty area to drill a finish into the bottom corner.
85th Minute: Young star Telasco Segovia, who also provided two assists, capped a brilliant individual performance by scoring unassisted to give Miami their first lead of the night.
90th Minute: Following a second yellow card for Orlando's Colin Guske, Messi sealed the three points with a signature "sublime" free-kick that left the goalkeeper stranded.
Lionel Messi continues to rewrite the record books in North America. With tonight's performance, the Argentine has now scored 52 goals in 55 regular-season MLS matches.
Inter Miami CF (4-3-3):
St. Clair; Mura, Micael, Falcón, Allen; De Paul, Segovia, Bright; Allende, Berterame, Messi.
Subs used: Silvetti, Luján, Ruíz.
Orlando City (4-2-3-1):
Crépeau; Dorsey, Miller, Brekalo, Reid-Brown; B. Ojeda, Guske; Pasalic, M. Ojeda, Angulo; McGuire.
Subs used: Atuesta, Spicer, Teodoro.
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Monday, 02 March 2026
Publish Date : 02 March 2026
Lionel Messi proved once again why he is the reigning MLS MVP, netting a clinical second-half brace to lead Inter Miami CF to a thrilling 4-2 comeback victory over rivals Orlando City.
Orlando City looked poised to continue their historical dominance over Miami, racing into a 2-0 lead within the first 25 minutes.
18th Minute: Marco Pašalić opened the scoring for the hosts, finishing a sharp pass from Ivan Angulo to extend his scoring streak against Miami to four consecutive games.
24th Minute: The "Lions" doubled their advantage when Martin Ojeda clinicaly converted a setup from Griffin Dorsey, leaving the champions reeling at halftime.
49th Minute: The comeback began with halftime substitute Mateo Silvetti, who unleashed a stunning long-range strike to notch his first career professional goal.
57th Minute: Lionel Messi leveled the score, navigating a congested penalty area to drill a finish into the bottom corner.
85th Minute: Young star Telasco Segovia, who also provided two assists, capped a brilliant individual performance by scoring unassisted to give Miami their first lead of the night.
90th Minute: Following a second yellow card for Orlando's Colin Guske, Messi sealed the three points with a signature "sublime" free-kick that left the goalkeeper stranded.
Lionel Messi continues to rewrite the record books in North America. With tonight's performance, the Argentine has now scored 52 goals in 55 regular-season MLS matches.
Inter Miami CF (4-3-3):
St. Clair; Mura, Micael, Falcón, Allen; De Paul, Segovia, Bright; Allende, Berterame, Messi.
Subs used: Silvetti, Luján, Ruíz.
Orlando City (4-2-3-1):
Crépeau; Dorsey, Miller, Brekalo, Reid-Brown; B. Ojeda, Guske; Pasalic, M. Ojeda, Angulo; McGuire.
Subs used: Atuesta, Spicer, Teodoro.
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