In a dramatic showdown on May 2, 2026, Orlando City staged a remarkable comeback from a 3-0 deficit to defeat Inter Miami 4-3 at Nu Stadium. This victory not only ended Inter Miami’s unbeaten streak but also marked a pivotal moment for Orlando City, who had struggled near the bottom of the MLS standings.
Inter Miami started strong, with Lionel Messi scoring one goal and providing two assists in his 100th appearance for the club. The team dominated the first half, registering 10 shots on target. However, despite this early advantage, they couldn’t maintain control.
Orlando City’s Martín Ojeda emerged as the star of the night, netting an impressive three goals. His efforts were complemented by Tyrese Spicer, who scored the decisive go-ahead goal in stoppage time.
This match was particularly significant as it occurred on David Beckham’s 51st birthday, adding another layer of excitement to an already thrilling encounter.
The outcome leaves Inter Miami with a record of 0-1-3 at their new stadium after four attempts without a win. Fans are beginning to wonder if there is something amiss in their new home.
The defeat snapped Inter Miami’s impressive run of 11 matches unbeaten, raising questions about their form as they head into the next phase of the season.
As Ojeda celebrated his hat trick, the atmosphere shifted dramatically. “Ojeda scored three goals; Tyrese Spicer had the go-ahead goal in the third minute of stoppage time and Orlando City stunned Inter Miami,” noted one commentator.
Despite Messi’s contributions, it wasn’t enough. “Messi had a goal and two assists… that wasn’t enough against a team that came into the night near the bottom of the MLS standings,” another analyst remarked.
Looking ahead, Inter Miami has four matches left before MLS’ seven-week stoppage for the FIFA World Cup begins. Fans will be eager to see how this loss impacts their performance moving forward.
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