Orlando City face Inter Miami in the 2026 MLS Florida Derby as Lionel Messi chases his first win of the season. Follow our live coverage for minute-by-minute updates. Stay with us for full broadcast details and real-time action. Second half is underway!
© Getty ImagesLionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF is challenged by Ivan Angulo #77 of Orlando City.
Defending MLS Cup champions Inter Miami face Orlando City in the 2026 MLS Florida Derby, seeking their first goal and points of the season after a tough 3-0 defeat to LAFC on opening weekend. The Herons have a key weapon in Lionel Messi, who scored in their midweek friendly 2-1 win against Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico, giving the Herons hope of translating that form into MLS. Second half is underway!
Orlando City arrive after a 2-1 home loss to Red Bull New York, while Inter Miami aim to right the wrongs from last weekend and set the tone early in the season. Both teams sit on zero points, making this clash crucial as they battle for their first win.
The Florida rivals have a history of intense encounters, meeting three times last year across MLS and the Leagues Cup knockout stage. Inter Miami won the most recent matchup 3-1, with Messi scoring twice and Telasco Segovia adding another, setting the stage for another high-stakes showdown today.
09:05PM90+10′ – Ten minutes added (2-4)
The fourth official signals ten minutes of added time as Orlando City and Inter Miami enter a dramatic final stretch following the late goals and red card.
09:03PM90′ – GOAAAAAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI! (2-4)
Lionel Messi delivers a stunning finish from the free kick he earned moments earlier. The forward steps up and curls an extraordinary strike into the net, sealing the comeback with a spectacular goal to extend Inter Miami’s lead.
09:01PM88′ – Red card for Orlando City! (2-3)
Colin Guske is sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a foul on Lionel Messi. Tensions rise immediately as players from both Inter Miami and Orlando City react following the challenge.
08:59PM86′ – GOAAAAAAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI! (2-3)
Inter Miami complete the comeback in the final minutes after relentless attacking pressure. German Berterame recovers the ball and delivers a cutback cross, Lionel Messi lays it off first time, and Telasco Segovia finishes with a composed strike into the corner to turn the match around.
08:57PM84′ – Tension rises in the final minutes (2-2)
The intensity grows between Inter Miami and Orlando City as both sides push for a late winner. Nervousness is evident on the field, with each team aware that a single mistake could decide the outcome of the match.
08:52PM79′ – Orlando City make multiple substitutions (2-2)
Orlando City make changes as Ivan Angulo and Marco Pasalic come off, while fresh legs enter the field as the hosts look to manage the final minutes of the match.
08:48PM74′ -Another yellow card for Orlando City (2-2)
Marco Pasalic receives a yellow card after committing a foul on Maximiliano Falcon as Inter Miami attempt to build another attacking sequence.
08:44PM71′ – Yellow card for Orlando City (2-2)
Griffin Dorsey is shown a yellow card after committing a foul on De Paul.
08:41PM70′ – St. Clair keeps Inter Miami alive! (2-2)
Inter Miami are saved by a crucial intervention from Dayne St. Clair after a dangerous Orlando City attack. Ivan Angulo drives forward and threads a precise pass to Marco Pasalic, whose finish is denied by a brilliant one-on-one stop from the goalkeeper.
08:39PM66′ – Orlando City make another substitution (2-2)
Orlando City introduce fresh attacking options as Duncan McGuire comes off and Tyrese Spicer enters the match for the final stretch.
08:36PM63′ – Orlando City make a substitution (2-2)
Orlando City make a change as Nolan Miller leaves the field and Iago Teodoro comes on, adding fresh legs as the hosts look to regain control of the match.
08:34PM61′ – Orlando City hit the post! (2-2)
Inter Miami are saved as David Brekalo connects with a header following a corner delivered by Martin Ojeda. The effort strikes the left post.
08:28PM55′ – Inter Miami push forward in the second half (2-1)
Inter Miami show a completely different attitude after the break, playing with urgency as they search for an equalizer. They maintain strong possession, patiently looking for spaces while also attempting long-range efforts to trouble Orlando City’s defense.
08:23PM49′ – GOAAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI! (2-1)
Inter Miami pull one back with a stunning strike from Mateo Silvetti. The substitute receives the ball outside the box after a pass from Telasco Segovia, controls brilliantly and unleashes a powerful shot into the net to bring Inter Miami closer.
08:18PM45′ – Second half is underway! (2-0)
The action resumes at Inter and Co Stadium as Orlando City and Inter Miami begin the second half of this Florida Derby, with Inter Miami looking for a comeback and Orlando City aiming to protect their lead.
08:18PM46′ – Inter Miami make halftime substitution (2-0)
Inter Miami make a change to start the second half as Noah Allen comes off and Mateo Silvetti enters the match, looking to provide fresh energy as Inter Miami chase a comeback.
08:00PM45′ – Halftime! (2-0)
The first half comes to an end with Orlando City holding a strong 2-0 lead at home. Inter Miami controlled possession for long stretches, but Orlando City proved more effective in front of goal heading into the break.
07:59PM45+2′ – Double booking inside the box (2-0)
Nolan Miller and Tadeo Allende are both shown yellow cards after repeated holding inside the penalty area while players waited for the free kick delivery.
07:57PM45′ – Two minutes added (2-0)
The fourth official signals two minutes of added time at the end of the first half as Orlando City maintain their advantage while Inter Miami continue pushing forward.
07:56PM44′ – Yellow card for Orlando City (2-0)
The first booking of the match goes to Colin Guske after committing a strong foul on Micael.
07:51PM40′ – Messi free kick goes just wide! (2-0)
Inter Miami come close to pulling one back after Marco Pasalic commits a foul on German Berterame near the edge of the box. Lionel Messi steps up and delivers a superb free kick that appears destined for the net, but the effort narrowly goes wide as Orlando City remain ahead at home.
07:46PM36′ – Inter Miami earn first corner (2-0)
Inter Miami continue building pressure with sustained possession as Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi combine consistently in attack. De Paul finds Messi inside the box, but the forward finishes under pressure, sending the ball out for the first corner of the match, which Inter Miami fail to capitalize on.
07:45PM33′ – Inter Miami search for a comeback (2-0)
Inter Miami continue pushing to reduce the deficit with a well-worked attacking move led by Lionel Messi. The Argentine sets up Tadeo Allende inside the area, but his shot is comfortably saved by Crepeau.
07:40PM28′ – Crepeau denies Inter Miami twice! (2-0)
Inter Miami push for an immediate response with two dangerous chances in quick succession, but Maxime Crepeau keeps Orlando City in control. De Paul first tests the goalkeeper with a powerful long-range strike, and moments later delivers a brilliant through ball to Lionel Messi, who is denied by Crepeau’s excellent intervention off his line.
07:35PM24′ – GOAAAAAAAAL FOR ORLANDO CITY! (2-0)
Orlando City double their lead after Inter Miami fail to respond following the opening goal. Griffin Dorsey carries the ball close to the edge of the box before linking up with Martin Ojeda, who completes a quick one-two and finishes first time with great composure to extend the advantage.
07:30PM18′ – GOAAAAAAAL FOR ORLANDO CITY! (1-0)
Orlando City strike with their first clear attacking move of the match. Ivan Angulo controls the ball and quickly drives forward before sending a cross to the opposite side, where Marco Pasalic settles it and fires a powerful finish into the net for a superb goal.
07:27PM16′ – Inter Miami control possession but lack precision (0-0)
The match continues with a similar pattern as Inter Miami dominate possession but remain imprecise in the final third. Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi dictate the tempo, while Orlando City stay deeply positioned and compact, limiting spaces and struggling to find attacking clarity.
07:22PM11′ – Orlando City survive Messi chance! (0-0)
Orlando City narrowly avoid conceding after a brilliant Inter Miami sequence started by Lionel Messi. The ball moves through Telasco Segovia before Rodrigo De Paul delivers a dangerous cross, which Messi attempts to finish with a clever backheel, but the goalkeeper makes a crucial save.
07:20PM9′ – Orlando City look for response (0-0)
Orlando City attempt to push forward in search of an equal response, but their play lacks precision and some nervousness is noticeable among the younger players. For now, Inter Miami remain untroubled with no real danger created.
07:16PM5′ – Inter Miami threaten early (0-0)
Inter Miami show early superiority in the opening minutes, using Lionel Messi and Tadeo Allende to create attacking opportunities. The move ends with a light attempt from Yannick Bright, but his shot goes wide of the target.
07:12PM0′ – Game is underway! (0-0)
The match kicks off as Inter Miami and Orlando City begin this Florida Derby!
07:00PMPlayers return to locker rooms before kickoff
Both Orlando City and Inter Miami players have returned to the locker rooms just minutes before the pre-match protocol and kickoff. The teams are now getting ready for the official walkout as fans await the start of this highly anticipated MLS match.
06:40PMInter Miami make roster move for today’s clash
Inter Miami have made a roster move ahead of today’s matchup, announcing the signing of midfielder Alexander Shaw on a short-term agreement from MLS NEXT Pro side Inter Miami II. The midfielder will be available for the Florida Derby against Orlando City at Inter and Co Stadium.
Under MLS rules, short-term agreements allow clubs to temporarily call up players from their MLS NEXT Pro affiliates for MLS, U.S. Open Cup, Concacaf Champions League, Canadian Championship, and exhibition matches, giving Inter Miami additional depth for today’s encounter.
06:20PMOrlando City starting XI
Orlando City have announced their starting XI for today’s match: Maxime Crepeau; Griffin Dorsey, David Brekalo, Nolan Miller, Tahir Reid-Brown; Braian Ojeda, Colin Guske; Marco Pasalic, Martin Ojeda, Ivan Angulo; Duncan McGuire.
06:10PMInter Miami confirmed lineup
Inter Miami have confirmed their starting XI for today’s Florida Derby against Orlando City. Lionel Messi leads the attack.
Dayne St. Clair; Facundo Mura, Maximiliano Falcon, Micael, Noah Allen; Telasco Segovia, Rodrigo De Paul; Yannick Bright, Lionel Messi, Tadeo Allende; German Berterame.
06:00PMWhy is Luis Suarez not playing today?
Luis Suarez will not play today after being sidelined due to discomfort suffered during Friday’s training session.
Suarez joins Inter Miami’s injury list alongside Sergio Reguilon, who remains unavailable while recovering from a knee issue. His absence forces Inter Miami to adjust their attacking options for today’s matchup.
05:40PMHead-to-head (last five games)
Orlando City and Inter Miami have shared mixed results across their last five meetings, showing how competitive the Florida Derby has become in recent seasons. Inter Miami claimed the most recent matchup with a 3-1 win in the 2025 Leagues Cup semifinal, while Orlando City responded with dominant MLS victories earlier that same year.
Last five meetings:
August 27, 2025: Inter Miami 3-1 Orlando City (Leagues Cup semifinal)
August 10, 2025: Orlando City 4-1 Inter Miami (MLS)
May 18, 2025: Inter Miami 0-3 Orlando City (MLS)
May 15, 2024: Orlando City 0-0 Inter Miami (MLS)
March 2, 2024: Inter Miami 5-0 Orlando City (MLS)
05:00PMOrlando City vs Inter Miami clash in 2026 MLS Florida Derby
Welcome to our live blog coverage of today’s MLS matchup!
Orlando City face Inter Miami in Florida as Lionel Messi and the Herons look to secure their first points of the 2026 MLS season after opening weekend struggles. Orlando City also arrive searching for a response following their recent defeat, setting up an important early-season showdown.
Stay with us for key updates, match moments, and minute-by-minute action as Orlando City and Inter Miami clash in this highly anticipated Florida Derby.
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