Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Leagues Cup

Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Preview

Tournament: Leagues Cup

Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025

Kick-Off Time: 12:30 AM GMT

Venue: Chase Stadium, Florida, USA

The Leagues Cup has reached its penultimate stage with four teams fighting to get their hands on the highly coveted trophy. 2023 champions Inter Miami will welcome their arch rivals, Orlando City, to the Chase Stadium in Florida in the first semi-final. The winner of this game will take on the winner between LA Galaxy and Seattle Sounders on August 31. The Herons know what it feels like to win the Leagues Cup, having lifted the trophy under the tutelage of Lionel Messi.

They have the chance to go through to the final once more and lift the trophy to become the most successful side in the history of the competition. Miami have won three of their last five games in the build-up to this game, while facing a defeat to Orlando City in the same time frame. Javier Mascherano have not enjoyed a good run of form against his counterparts, having ended up on the losing side in both of their last two meetings. They will be poised to settle scores with the neighbours and regain the bragging rights.

Meanwhile, Orlando City are flying high in this game. They have the upper hand, having beaten Inter Miami very recently with a dominant performance. Their recent head-to-head record against the hosts gives them a psychological advantage heading into this highly staked fixture and puts them one step ahead of Miami. They have won four of the last five games across all competitions and will hope to bring in the same momentum into this all-important Miami derby. The Lions have never made it to the finals, but are so nearly there this time around.

Inter Miami CF Team News

Inter Miami will have absentees heading into this must-win game. Global icon and Miami's superstar Lionel Messi remains doubtful for this clash alongside Jordi Alba. Moreover, Allen Obando will miss the game due to an injury.

Orlando City Team News

The visitors will also be missing a few of their key players. The likes of Yutaro Tsukada, Duncan McGuire, and Wilder Cartagenaas will not participate in this game due to their respective injuries.

Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Predicted Lineups

Here are Sportsdunia's Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Predicted Lineups.

Inter Miami CF Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Óscar Ustari,

Defenders: Ian Fray, Tomás Luján, Nicolás Falcón, Noah Allen

Midfielders: Lawson Bright, Sergio Busquets, Carlos Allende, Rodrigo De Paul, Facundo Segovia

Forward: Luis Suárez

Orlando City Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Pedro Gallese

Defenders: Mikey Freeman, Rodrigo Schlegel, Robin Jansson, Luka Brekalo

Midfielders: Eduard Atuesta, César Araújo, Marco Pašalić, Martín Ojeda, Iván Angulo

Forward: Luis Muriel

Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Head-to-Head Record

Let's take a look at the last five games between Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City:

Key Players to Watch in Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City

Luis Suarez (Inter Miami CF)

Luis Suarez will be the leader in charge for Inter Miami in this high-profile fixture. With Messi doubtful, the onus will be on the former Uruguayan international to take his side over the line. Suarez is enjoying a good run of form, having found the back of the net three times in the last three games. His leadership abilities, combined with his heroics up front, will come in very handy for the hosts. The 38-year-old has maintained an xG of 3.1 in his last five games.

Luis Muriel (Orlando City)

Luis Muriel has been one of the most impactful players for Orlando City in recent times. The Colombian target man has been exceptional in front of goal, particularly against Inter Miami. With two goals and an assist, Muriel was directly involved in three out of four goals for his side in their most recent outing against their neighbours. The 34-year-old striker has scored three goals with an xG of 1.7 in his last five appearances.

Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City Prediction

Orlando City are huge favourites going into this semi-final clash. They have beaten Inter Miami twice in a gap of just three months. They have been firing on all cylinders and are expected to come out victorious and reach their first-ever Leagues Cup final.

Predicted Score: Inter Miami CF 1-2 Orlando City

Where to Watch Inter Miami CF vs Orlando City

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