Inter Miami suffered a dramatic collapse as Lionel Messi’s goal was not enough to prevent a 4–3 defeat to Orlando City SC after surrendering a commanding three-goal lead in their Major League Soccer clash.
The Florida derby appeared firmly under control early on, with Miami racing into a 3–0 advantage inside the opening 33 minutes, raising hopes of a comfortable victory on home soil.
The hosts started brightly, opening the scoring through Ian Fray before Telasco Segovia doubled the lead following a move involving Messi and Luis Suárez.
Messi himself added the third goal with a precise finish, capping a dominant first-half display in which Inter Miami controlled possession and created numerous chances.
At that stage, the match looked effectively decided in Miami’s favour.
However, Orlando City mounted a remarkable comeback before and after halftime.
They pulled one goal back late in the first half and continued to build momentum in the second, scoring twice more to level the match.
The visitors then completed the turnaround with a dramatic stoppage-time winner, sealing a stunning 4–3 victory in one of the most unexpected reversals of the MLS season.
The defeat was a major setback for Inter Miami, highlighting defensive frailties despite their attacking firepower led by Messi.
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For Orlando City, the comeback marked a historic result, as such recoveries from a three-goal deficit are rare in league history, underlining the intensity and unpredictability of the rivalry between the two Florida sides.
