Inter Miami Battles to a 1-1 Draw Against Orlando City Without Star Trio, Playoff Hopes Remain Alive
Inter Miami Battles to a 1-1 Draw Against Orlando City Without Star Trio, Playoff Hopes Remain Alive In a high-stakes Major League Soccer (MLS) showdown, Inter Miami CF faced off against Orlando City SC in a match that proved to be a test of character and resilience. However, the absence of key players Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets due to fitness concerns added an extra layer of complexity to the challenge. The result of this crucial encounter was a hard-fought 1-1 draw that left Miami five points adrift of the last playoff spot, with only five games remaining in their regular season campaign. With a second trophy of the Messi era in their sights—having won the League Cup last month—head coach Gerardo Martino was keen on adding the U.S. Open Cup to their collection. With that goal in mind, he opted for a lineup that minimized risks, but this meant resting some of the club's star players. While the absence of Messi, Alba, and Busquets was palpable, Martino's de...