MLS: Inter Miami overturns Orlando, Messi scores a brace.

Trailing 2-0 at halftime, Inter Miami overturned Orlando thanks to a decisive brace from Lionel Messi, reviving their MLS ambitions after a disappointing opening day.

Soundly beaten by LAFC (3-0) from the start, Inter Miami regained their footing with character by dominating Orlando (4-2), on Sunday, in the Floridian derby in MLS. A win secured following a dramatic turnaround, after a first half that was entirely in the visitors’ favor.

Trailing 2-0 at halftime, the reigning champions still seemed dazed. But after the break, the Floridian side showed a completely different face. More aggressive in duels, more technically precise, Miami’s men gradually reversed the momentum of a match that had been slipping away from them.

The standout figure of this rebellion: Lionel Messi. The Argentine opened his tally this season by scoring a decisive brace. First with a precise strike from just inside the box to relaunch his side, then with a masterful free-kick late in the game to cap the comeback.

Already last season’s undisputed technical leader, the World Cup winner reminded everyone that he remains the man for big moments. This victory moves Inter Miami up to 7th in the standings and allows them to head into their next trip to DC United with more confidence, as well as the upcoming continental fixtures.