Get ready for an exciting soccer match between Orlando City and their rivals, Inter Miami CF, happening this Saturday afternoon at Chase Stadium. If you can’t make it to the stadium, don’t worry, you can catch the action live on FOX or through MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+.
This is the first of two matches scheduled between the teams this season, with the return leg set to take place in Orlando on May 15. It’s also the only scheduled meeting in Fort Lauderdale.
History-wise, Orlando City has had a decent record against Inter Miami, with five wins, four losses, and four draws in all competitions. In the most recent meeting between the teams, Orlando City managed to secure a 1-1 draw in September 2023, thanks to a goal from Duncan McGuire.
While Inter Miami won their last home match against Orlando City, Orlando City managed to secure a victory in their previous meeting in Fort Lauderdale back in May 2023.
Both teams have had some key players missing due to injuries, but they’re still expected to put on a good show. Orlando City is coming off a 3-1 win against Cavalry FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup, while Inter Miami is fresh off a 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy.
With Orlando City looking to secure their first road win of the 2024 MLS season and Inter Miami aiming to maintain their unbeaten home record, this match promises to be an exciting one.
Here are the official lineups for both teams:
Orlando City:
- Goalkeeper: Pedro Gallese
- Defenders: Rafael Santos, Robin Jansson, Rodrigo Schlegel, Dagur Dan Thorhallsson
- Defensive Midfielders: Cesar Araujo, Wilder Cartagena
- Attacking Midfielders: Ivan Angulo, Martin Ojeda, Facundo Torres
- Forward: Duncan McGuire
Inter Miami:
- Goalkeeper: Drake Callender
- Defenders: Jordi Alba, Tomas Aviles, Nicolas Freire, DeAndre Yedlin
- Midfielders: Diego Gomez, Sergio Busquets, Julian Gressel
- Forwards: Robert Taylor, Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi
So, mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready for an action-packed match between Orlando City and Inter Miami. You won’t want to miss it!
