Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami to huge comeback at Orlando City as Herons earn first MLS win of season

CBS Sports
by Chuck Booth
March 2, 2026
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Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami to huge comeback at Orlando City as Herons earn first MLS win of season
Inter Miami pulled off a remarkable comeback to secure their first MLS victory of the season, defeating Orlando City SC 4-2. Despite trailing 2-0 at halftime, Inter Miami flipped the script in the second half thanks to a brilliant performance from Telasco Segovia, who contributed two assists and scored one goal, and Lionel Messi, who delivered a brace along with an assist. The Herons showed resilience and adaptability under manager Javier Mascherano, making in-game adjustments that turned the tide in their favor. This win marked a significant milestone for Inter Miami, as they ended a frustrating run of five consecutive losses against Orlando City. The game started poorly for Inter Miami, with Orlando City capitalizing on early opportunities to take a 2-0 lead through goals from Marco Pasalic and
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 3/2/2026