Inter Miami lose late at Nu Stadium as Orlando City complete a 4-3 comeback with Martin Ojeda’s hat trick

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Inter Miami and Orlando City delivered a thrilling MLS encounter at Nu Stadium, with Orlando City completing a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory after overturning a three-goal deficit led by Martin Ojeda’s hat trick.

Orlando City complete a stunning turnaround at Nu Stadium as Tyrese Spicer finishes calmly in a one-on-one situation against St Clair after a quick counterattack. Martin Ojeda provides the assist, capping off an incredible comeback for Orlando City.

The fourth official signals eight minutes of stoppage time as Inter Miami and Orlando City head into a tense closing stretch at Nu Stadium, with both sides still pushing for a late winner in this MLS thriller.

Orlando City make a change as Adrian Marin comes off and David Brekalo enters the match.

The match turns into an open battle as Orlando City look to capitalize on their momentum, while Inter Miami push forward in search of the victory that has eluded them at their new home.

Orlando City complete the comeback as Martin Ojeda scores from the penalty spot, leveling the match after Inter Miami had built a three-goal lead earlier. It is a stunning turnaround at Nu Stadium, and Lionel Messi is shown a yellow card for protesting the decision.

Orlando City are given a penalty after Maximiliano Falcon commits a foul inside the box, bringing down the attacker and giving the visitors a clear chance to equalize at Nu Stadium.

Orlando City break quickly on the counter as a long pass finds Martin Ojeda, who wins the race and gets a shot off inside the box. However, St Clair reacts well and makes a composed save to keep Inter Miami in front.

Inter Miami make a change as Luis Suarez comes off and Tadeo Allende enters the match.

Orlando City close the gap as Martin Ojeda receives a pass outside the box, controls it with one touch and quickly fires a low, well-placed shot into the corner. St Clair is left with no chance as the visitors cut the deficit at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami are forced into a change as Ian Fray comes off with a possible injury, and Facundo Mura enters the match.

The match is halted as Inter Miami’s Ian Fray goes down with a possible injury and receives attention on the field.

Orlando City make a change as Justin Ellis comes off and Duncan McGuire enters the match.

Inter Miami’s head coach, Hoyos, receives a yellow card after strongly protesting a non-called foul on Rodrigo De Paul. Moments after the complaint, the referee awards a foul in favor of Orlando City, adding tension on the sidelines at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami’s Yannick Bright receives a yellow card after committing a foul on Eduard Atuesta.

Orlando City start the second half with intent as Justin Ellis cuts in from the left and fires a right-footed shot on goal. However, St Clair is well-positioned and makes a solid save to keep Inter Miami in control.

Orlando City adjust at the break as Tiago and Luis Otavio are substituted off, with Tyrese Spicer and Eduard Atuesta coming on for the second half at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami and Orlando City restart action at Nu Stadium as the second half gets underway, with the Herons looking to manage their lead and Orlando City searching for a way back into the match.

Inter Miami go into the break with a comfortable lead over Orlando City after a high-tempo first half at Nu Stadium. The Herons controlled key moments through Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, while Orlando City showed brief resistance but were punished defensively.

Orlando City look to reduce the deficit before halftime with long balls into attacking areas, but Inter Miami continue to threaten in transition, creating danger on the counterattack.

The fourth official signals six minutes of stoppage time as Inter Miami and Orlando City head into a busy closing stretch of the first half at Nu Stadium.

Orlando City respond as Justin Ellis sets up Martin Ojeda, who receives the ball under pressure from a defender. Ojeda turns sharply, creates space, and unleashes a powerful cross shot that beats St Clair and finds the back of the net.

Maxime Crepeau produces two crucial interventions. First, he denies Rodrigo De Paul with a powerful long-range shot, reacting quickly to push it away. Moments later, after a rebound from a German Berterame attempt, Crepeau makes a vital clearance on the goal line to keep the score unchanged.

Inter Miami extend their lead after Telasco Segovia connects with Luis Suarez, who lays it off for Lionel Messi. Messi takes on a defender, beats him with a quick dribble, and curls a precise shot into the corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance at Nu Stadium.

After a high-intensity opening half hour, Inter Miami and Orlando City see a noticeable drop in pace, with both teams settling into more controlled possession.

Inter Miami strike again after Yannick Bright wins possession and sparks a fast break led by Lionel Messi. Messi carries the ball forward and combines with Luis Suarez, who returns it to him inside the move. Messi then delivers a precise low pass into the box, where Telasco Segovia arrives to finish and extend the lead.

Inter Miami vs Orlando City action resumes at Nu Stadium after the brief stoppage for Maxime Crepeau’s treatment, with both teams quickly getting back into rhythm.

The match is briefly halted as Orlando City goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau receives medical attention after going down injured during open play. Staff is checking on his condition.

Orlando City's goalkeeper produces two massive saves to keep his team in the match. First, he denies Lionel Messi from a dangerous free kick with a strong reaction stop. Seconds later, Luis Suarez tests him again from close range, but he reacts with a brilliant diving save to also stop De Paul on the rebound.

Inter Miami are awarded a dangerous free kick after Lionel Messi was pulled down while breaking through on goal. Robin Jansson brings him down with a clear grab to stop the attack just outside the box, earning the first yellow card of the match. It could have easily been reviewed as a potential red card due to the goal-scoring opportunity.

Orlando City respond as Martin Ojeda unleashes a left-footed strike from outside the box. The shot beats the goalkeeper’s reach but goes just over the crossbar, narrowly missing the equalizer at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami create another dangerous moment as Lionel Messi combines with Luis Suarez, who releases Ian Fray down the flank. Fray sends in a cross into the box, where Suarez meets it with a header, but he cannot generate enough power or direction.

Inter Miami are called for a handball after Telasco Segovia handles the ball in a contested play, stopping a developing move and giving Orlando City a free kick.

Inter Miami nearly extend their advantage after a clever through ball from Luis Suarez finds Telasco Segovia, who sets up German Berterame in a dangerous position. However, his finish goes narrowly wide of the target.

Inter Miami start with intensity as Luis Suarez battles to win possession and links up with Lionel Messi, who gets a shot off that is sent out for a corner. From the set piece, they go short and work a second phase, with Telasco Segovia delivering a cross into the box that finds Ian Fray, who finishes with a powerful header to give the Herons an early lead at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami and Orlando City kick off the Florida Derby at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami and Orlando City are on the pitch at Nu Stadium as both sides go through the official pre-match handshake protocol before kickoff in the Florida Derby.

Guido Gonzales will officiate today’s Florida Derby between Inter Miami and Orlando City at Nu Stadium, with Chris Elliott as assistant referee 1, Adam Garner as assistant referee 2, and Fotis Bazakos as the fourth official.

Across 19 total meetings, Orlando City hold a slight edge with 8 wins compared to 7 for Inter Miami, while 4 matches have ended in draws.

However, Inter Miami have had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning the last two encounters by a combined score of 7-3.

Orlando City present their starting eleven for today’s Florida Derby against Inter Miami at Nu Stadium: Maxime Crepau; Griffin Dorsey, Iago Teodoro, Robin Jansson, Adrian Marin; Ivan Angulo, Braian Ojeda, Luis Otavio, Tiago; Martin Ojeda and Justin Ellis.

Inter Miami confirmed lineup: St Clair; Ian Fray, Micael, Maximiliano Falcon, Noah Allen; Telasco Segovia, De Paul, Yannick Bright; Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and German Berterame.

Today’s venue is Nu Stadium, a soccer-specific stadium in Miami, Florida, United States. Opened in April 2026, the 26,700-seat stadium is the home field of Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, replacing the interim Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

The Herons will once again look for their first victory in their new home as they host Orlando City in this Florida Derby.

Yes, Lionel Messi is expected to start for Inter Miami in today’s Florida Derby against Orlando City. He is not listed on the injury report and has shown a strong presence in recent training sessions, which suggests he is fully fit and available.

Inter Miami vs Orlando City will get underway at 7:15 PM ET (PT:4:15 PM)

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Inter Miami face Orlando City at Nu Stadium this Saturday, as both teams look to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference. The Herons arrive in strong form, while Orlando City aim to turn around a difficult stretch.

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