Ojeda hat trick completes stunning Orlando City comeback
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Miami. Inter Miami surrendered a 3-0 lead and lost 4-3 to Orlando City at their new stadium on May 3, after Martín Ojeda scored a hat trick and Tyrese Spicer struck in stoppage time; Lionel Messi scored and assisted twice in his 100th appearance but could not prevent the comeback.
Inter Miami’s defeat ended an 11-match unbeaten streak across competitions and left the club 0-1-3 at the stadium this season; Orlando City improved its record and claimed an upset on May 3. Club officials and coaches will assess defensive lapses this week, while league standings and upcoming fixtures will reflect the result in the coming days.
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Timeline
- 1. April: Inter Miami opened its new stadium and began home fixtures.
- 2. Prior to May 3: Inter Miami maintained an 11-match unbeaten streak across competitions.
- 3. May 3: Miami led 3-0 by the 33rd minute with goals from Fray, Segovia and Messi.
- 4. May 3 stoppage time: Martín Ojeda completed a hat trick and Tyrese Spicer scored the winner.
- 5. After May 3: Inter Miami’s home record stood at 0-1-3 and the unbeaten run ended.
Why it matters
If you're a soccer fan, this game was a rollercoaster. It shows that even a 3-0 lead isn't safe. It's a reminder to support your team till the end, no matter the score. Check out the next Orlando City or Inter Miami game to see how they bounce back.
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