Lionel Messi delivered yet another masterclass performance on Sunday night, scoring twice to inspire Inter Miami to a dramatic 4–2 comeback victory over Orlando City.
The 38-year-old Argentine forward played a decisive role after Inter Miami trailed 2–0 at halftime. Messi struck twice in the second half to level the score, shifting the momentum firmly in Miami’s favour. The visitors then added two late goals to complete the turnaround and secure a memorable win.
The result marked a historic milestone for Inter Miami, as it was the club’s first-ever away victory over Orlando City in their regional rivalry.
Since arriving in Major League Soccer, Messi has remained the driving force behind Inter Miami’s rise, consistently delivering crucial goals in high-pressure encounters. His leadership and attacking brilliance were once again on display as the team showed resilience and composure to overturn the early deficit.
Played on March 2, 2026, the encounter highlighted Inter Miami’s growing maturity and belief, reinforcing their competitive standing and sending a strong message to their divisional rivals.
