This Wednesday will see the first match-up of the Leagues Cup 2023 Round of 32 pit **Inter Miami CF** against **Orlando City SC**, in what will be the 12th meeting between the two Florida outfits. Here’s a look at how their previous meetings have played out.
All eyes will be on Florida for the start of the Round of 32, in what will be a one-of-a-kind fixture. Not only will the star trident of Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba potentially feature in Leagues Cup action, but this Wednesday’s match will also see the two best teams in the state face off.
The Herons have already seen off a nearby rival in **Atlanta United FC** earlier on in this summer’s Leagues Cup, and now take on Orlando City for a spot in the last 16. The match kicks off at 8pm ET (6pm in Mexico City) on August 2.
The first game between Inter Miami CF and Orlando City SC took place on July 8, 2020, in MLS play. It was The Lions who came out on top with a 2-1 win. The last time the fixture was played also saw an Orlando win, as the team came away from DRV PNK Stadium with a 3-1 victory.
When taking into account MLS and US Open Cup play, the two teams have faced off eleven times. Orlando City have the better record with five wins, with three other matches ending in draws and Inter Miami only getting the better of their opponents three times.
With the fixture’s history in their opponents’ favour, the Inter Miami side now led by Messi will face the tall task of turning the tables. Will they be able to make a start on that at this summer’s Leagues Cup?
