Orlando opened the scoring in the first half through Martin Ojeda beating Oscar Ustari with a strong finish. Their lead lasted only seven minutes before Allende scored his second goal of preseason. As was the case in 2024, sloppy Miami defending resulted in another Orlando goal in the second half with Ojeda assisting Ramiro Enrique.

Inter Miami finished their 2025 preseason with a 2-2 draw against Orlando City, with Lionel Messi playing 75 minutes in front of a crowd of 42,017 in Tampa, Florida.

After months of waiting, international soccer superstar Lionel Messi is ready to take to the pitch at Raymond James Stadium Friday night.

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano told the Miami Herald all players will get “as many minutes as possible” during the match, with a source stating Messi is expected to play at least 45 minutes during the team’s final preseason match before competitions officially launch next week.

Inter Miami return to the United States for their final preseason game against Orlando City. The Herons returned from their tour of the Americas unbeaten after drawing with Universitario and defeating Sporting San Miguelito and Olimpia.