Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi stepped up late as Inter Miami CF came from two goals down to beat Orlando City SC in their MLS clash on Sunday night, according to match details reported by ESPN and updates circulated on Instagram.
Orlando took control early, scoring twice in the first half and going into the break with a comfortable lead. Miami struggled to find rhythm in the opening period but improved after the restart.
The response came quickly. Mateo Silvetti pulled one back in the 49th minute before Messi got on the scoresheet in the 57th minute with his first goal of the 2026 season to level the game at 2-2.
Late in the second half, Orlando were reduced to 10 men after a player picked up a second yellow card and was sent off, a turning point that shifted momentum.
Telasco Segovia then put Inter Miami ahead in the 85th minute. Deep into stoppage time, Messi was awarded a free kick and curled it home to seal the comeback.
It was his first free kick of the year and the 70th direct free kick of his career, as reflected in the post-match statistics reported by ESPN and widely shared across social platforms.
Beyond Messi, Segovia’s impact stood out, while the defence held firm in the closing minutes to protect the lead and secure three points.
