Overview
- Inter Miami suffered a 3-0 home loss to Orlando City on May 18, marking their largest home league defeat with Messi in the lineup.
- The defeat extended Miami’s poor run to just one win in their last seven games, leaving them in sixth place in the Eastern Conference.
- Lionel Messi publicly urged the team to unite during difficult times, emphasizing the need to become a 'true team.'
- Coach Javier Mascherano admitted to tactical missteps and inconsistent lineup decisions, contributing to the team’s ongoing struggles.
- Speculation over Messi’s future at the club intensified after he responded 'No' when asked about renewing his contract.