Orlando City SC made a historic comeback to defeat Inter Miami CF 4-3 on May 3, 2026, at Nu Stadium. This marks only the fourth time in MLS history that a team has won after trailing by three goals.
Early in the match, Inter Miami led 3-0. Lionel Messi contributed significantly with one goal and two assists for Miami. However, Orlando City turned the tide.
Martin Ojeda scored a hat trick, including a crucial penalty in the 79th minute. His performance was instrumental in Orlando’s comeback.
As of midday, Orlando City’s record improved to 3-7-1, indicating a potential shift in their season. They secured back-to-back 4-3 wins.
This match holds major playoff implications for both teams in the Eastern Conference. Orlando City had previously struggled near the bottom of the standings.
Ian Fray expressed frustration after the match, stating, “This is unacceptable. We all agreed with him, it is unacceptable, and it won’t happen again for sure.” Meanwhile, Martín Perelman praised Ojeda’s exceptional talent.
The rivalry between these two teams intensified with this dramatic match. Fans are eager to see how this affects both teams moving forward.
The next matches will be critical for playoff positioning as both teams look to capitalize on this result.
