Lionel Messi Inspires Inter Miami CF Comeback Win Over Orlando City SC

Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami overturned a 2-0 deficit to defeat Orlando City 4-2 at Inter and Co Stadium. Telasco Segovia added 1 goal and 2 assists in a dominant second half. The victory marked Miami’s first win at the venue.

After the visitors fell behind by 2 goals in the first half, Lionel Messi led a stunning second half comeback as Inter Miami CF defeated Orlando City SC by 4-2 at Inter and Co Stadium to register their first ever win at the venue. Orlando City dominated early proceedings, with Marco Pasalic scoring in the 18th minute and Martin Ojeda doubling the lead soon after to give the hosts a 2-0 advantage at halftime.

Inter Miami responded strongly after the break. Mateo Silvetti scored his first career MLS goal in the 49th minute to reduce the deficit. Messi then equalized in the 57th minute after receiving a pass from Telasco Segovia. Segovia continued his impressive performance by scoring the go ahead goal in the 85th minute. Messi sealed the victory in the 90th minute with a brilliant free kick, completing his brace.

The 2 goals took Messi’s season tally to 2 and extended his remarkable MLS record to 52 goals in 55 regular season matches. Goalkeeper Dayne St Clair made 3 important saves for Inter Miami, while Maxime Crepeau recorded 4 saves for Orlando City. The win ended Inter Miami’s 9 match winless run in Orlando and came after their recent 3-0 loss against Los Angeles FC.