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Orlando City Rout Inter Miami 4-1 as Messi Remains Sidelined

Orlando City’s clinical performance highlighted Miami’s vulnerabilities, prompting coach Javier Mascherano to promise urgent tactical changes before Messi’s return is finalized.

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Inter Miami Football Club manager Javier Mascherano

Overview

  • Luis Muriel scored in the second minute and again early in the second half to power Orlando City’s 4-1 victory over Inter Miami.
  • Martín Ojeda recorded a goal and an assist, extending his club-record run to 14 consecutive matches with a goal contribution and leading MLS with 27 combined goals and assists.
  • Marco Pašalić added a late unassisted goal, marking his 10th tally in his inaugural MLS season.
  • Coach Javier Mascherano took full accountability for Inter Miami’s subdued display and vowed urgent tactical revisions.
  • Lionel Messi remains sidelined by a right-leg muscle injury sustained on August 2, with a return date pending medical evaluation before Miami’s upcoming MLS and Leagues Cup fixtures.