Inter Miami CF suffered one of the most dramatic defeats in MLS history, throwing away a three-goal lead to lose 4-3 against Orlando City SC in a chaotic Florida derby at Nu Stadium on May 2, 2026.
Softfootball gathered that The night appeared to belong to Lionel Messi, who marked his 100th appearance for Miami in style with a goal and two assists. The hosts raced into a commanding 3-0 lead inside just 33 minutes, with Messi combining brilliantly with Luis Suárez before finding the net himself.
However, the game turned dramatically before half-time when Martín Ojeda pulled one back for Orlando. The Argentine midfielder then produced a sensational hat-trick, completing an astonishing comeback to level the score at 3-3.
With momentum fully on their side, Orlando delivered the final blow in stoppage time as Tyrese Spicer fired home a late winner to seal a historic victory widely described as one of the greatest comebacks in MLS history.
The result sparked a whole lot of reactions from fans as they bashed inter Miami for losing a 3 goal lead
zarni didn’t hold back he called out Beckham and directors at inter Miami
Fxxk you Beckham. Your sporting director go to hell. They were never defending and lose home at 3 goals lead. After Busquets and Alba retired, your defense is no more that shit. Mascherano didn’t know and still nobody has idea. Falcon, Bright, Lujan, Mura even Fray can’t defend.
nobleman said losing out on a 3 goal lead is bad
Blowing up a 3-0 lead Very bad
akobi Patrick called the performance by Inter Miami “shambolic’ and they should strengthen their squad
Shambolic intermiami shud go n strethen The team Casmiro and thago silver for defense Then ngolo kante n Bernardo silver for that midfield
badamasi criticized the defense
That defense was horrible especially the new signing. The goalkeeper looks timid and has no confidence.
israel says inter Miami last season goal keeper was better
I don’t think the goalkeeper can do the job, last season goalkeeper was better than him
The result leaves Miami reeling after consecutive setbacks, following their recent 1-1 draw against New England Revolution, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming World Cup break.
Currently stalled in third place in the Eastern Conference, Miami must now regroup before a crucial trip to face Toronto on Saturday, May 9. This matchday 12 fixture represents a major test of the squad’s character and their ability to heed Messi’s warning regarding defensive discipline. After dropping significant points at home, the champions face growing pressure to rectify their defensive frailties or risk losing ground in the race for a favourable play-off seeding.
Also Chelsea continue their turbulent season with a renewed sense of purpose after securing a narrow FA Cup semi-final win over Leeds United, a result that sent them into the final where they will face Manchester City in a high stakes showdown
