Lionel Messi Shines, but Orlando Pulls Off Historic Comeback Against Inter Miami
In his 100th match for Inter Miami CF, Lionel Messi scored 1 goal and provided 2 assists as Miami raced to a 3-0 lead within 33 minutes against Orlando City SC. Martín Ojeda’s hat trick sparked a fightback before Tyrese Spicer netted a stoppage-time winner, sealing Orlando’s dramatic 4-3 victory.
As the Florida derby looked all but finished within the opening half hour, Inter Miami CF somehow let a 3-goal cushion slip in one of the wildest matches in recent Major League Soccer history. Playing at DRV PNK Stadium, Miami raced into complete control and was leading 3-0 by the 33rd minute. Marking his 100th appearance for the club, Lionel Messi delivered another standout display with 1 goal and 2 assists, helping the home side dominate early proceedings.
However, the match turned dramatically after the break. Orlando City SC produced an extraordinary comeback led by Martín Ojeda, who scored a hat trick to pull the visitors level from an impossible position. Miami, stunned by Orlando’s attacking pressure and loss of defensive control, could not stop the momentum shift.
With the game heading toward a draw after Orlando erased the deficit, the visitors completed the turnaround in stoppage time. Tyrese Spicer struck the winning goal in injury time to seal a sensational 4-3 victory. Despite Messi’s milestone night and strong contribution, Inter Miami were left shocked after surrendering a match they appeared certain to win.