Inter Miami vs Orlando City Preview - 03/07/2023 - Leagues Cup
Inter Miami are set to host Orlando City at the DRV PNK Stadium for the 32nd round of the 2023 Leagues Cup on August 3.
Lionel Messi's side won in their previous two games in the group stage against Cruz Azul and Atlanta United FC. The 6 points gained in the aftermath of these fixtures put the Herons on top of the South 3 group.
The Argentine superstar's arrival at David Beckham's club has transformed the club, making it a worthy competitor to any club in MLS. Previously,, Miami were struggling at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, having secured only five wins and 18 points from 22 games, but ever since Messi's move, they have excelled in the Leagues Cup, effortlessly defeating their adversaries, with the 36-year-old making notable contributions by scoring in both matches.
Meanwhile, Orlando City emerged victorious in the South 2 group, clinching the top spot with five points, outperforming Houston Dynamo and Santos Laguna. In a thrilling encounter, they managed to secure a 5-4 victory over Dynamo on penalties, following a 1-1 draw in regular play. Furthermore, they displayed their strength by defeating Santos Laguna 3-2 to seal their success in the group stage.
Inter Miami vs Orlando City Prediction - 03/07/2023 - UEFA Champions League
The two clubs have met 11 time before, where Inter Miami have lost six times, won only three and drawn two times. The latest fixture saw Orlando beat Miami 3-1 on May 2023. Despite this, Messi's arrival at the club has reshaped the dynamics in the League. The Argentine star is expected to score during the game on Thursday, and guide his team to victory.
Prediction 2-0
Inter Miami CF Predicted Starting XI
Drake Callender, Deandre Yedlin, Kamal Miller, Sergiy Kryvtsov, Noah Allen, Sergio Busquets, Dixon Arroyo, Robert Taylor, Lionel Messi (C), Benjamin Cremashi, Josef Martínez