Orlando City Host Inter Miami in High-Stakes MLS Rivalry

Orlando City SC is set to face Inter Miami CF in an MLS match at Exploria Stadium, with Orlando making a key lineup change by reinserting Eduard Atuesta and introducing new signing Tyrese Spicer to the bench. Orlando City has recently advanced to the Leagues Cup quarterfinals with a dominant 5-1 win over Necaxa, highlighted by Martín Ojeda's exceptional performance, who is on the cusp of several club records and has contributed to goals in 13 consecutive matches. Inter Miami will be without star forward Lionel Messi due to a minor muscle injury, though Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul have stepped up in recent games. The rivalry is intense, with Orlando having won the first matchup this season 3-0 and both teams ranking near the top of the Eastern Conference, with Miami leading the league in goals scored. Orlando City has struggled defensively at home but continues to score consistently, while Miami has a strong away record and is looking to avenge their previous loss. Key players to watch include Orlando’s Martín Ojeda and Ramiro Enrique, and Miami’s Lionel Messi and Telasco Jose Segovia Perez.