Lionel Messi’s brilliant comeback: Inter Miami beat Orlando City to make it to the League Cup final
Lionel Messi made a brilliant comeback from his injury and led Inter Miami to the League Cup final with a thrilling 3-1 win against Orlando City on Wednesday night. Messi scored two goals, including a penalty and a brilliant finish, which mesmerized the fans
Messi’s return and first half
Messi took the field for the second time after a two-week break due to a hamstring injury. The first half was goalless, but Orlando City’s Marko Pasalic scored just before halftime to give his team the lead. The goal was controversial, as a VAR review was done for a possible handball, but the goal was approved. Inter Miami kept up the pressure, and the team led by Messi made a strong comeback in the second half.
Messi’s magic: The game turned around
In the 77th minute, Messi scored a brilliant goal on a penalty to level the score at 1-1. This penalty was awarded when Tadeo Allende was brought down in the box. After this, in the 88th minute, Messi made a brilliant move along with his teammate Jordi Alba and scored a goal to give Miami a 2-1 lead. Messi’s goal was a proof of his technical talent and amazing ability to read the game.
Assistant coach Javier Morales praised Messi, “It is impossible to describe Leo’s talent in words. After only two-three days of training, he dominated the field for 90 minutes. His goals, his creativity and control over the game were incredible. His presence is a blessing for our team and fans.
Seal of victory in the last moments
In the last moments of the match, Telsasco Segovia showed great coordination with Luis Suarez and scored a goal to seal Inter Miami’s victory 3-1. This goal was a great example of Miami’s teamwork and strategy.
We always play to win, and now we have a golden opportunity to win the trophy,” Morales said enthusiastically. Head coach Javier Mascherano faced a suspension for a red card in the semi-finals, which led to Morales taking over the responsibility.
Intense contest and disciplinary action
Both teams were aggressive in the match, resulting in a total of nine yellow cards and a red card for Orlando City defender David Brekalow. Orlando coach Oscar Pareja questioned Brekalow’s first yellow card, saying, “This decision was unbelievable. Brekalow did not even touch De Paul. Decisions like this change the course of the game and have a profound effect on the players.
Road to the final
Inter Miami will now face Seattle Sounders in the final on Sunday, who defeated LA Galaxy 2-0 in the other semi-final. Miami won the tournament in 2022 and is now set to capture the trophy once again. Led by Messi, the team is full of confidence and fans are expecting a thrilling final.
