Inter Miami kickstart their current campaign back in check when they host Orlando City this week. The match schedules for Saturday at the DRV PNK Stadium, with kickoff at 3 pm.
The Herons head into the clash on three consecutive defeats, whereas their Florida rivals are currently in second place in the Eastern Conference.
The start of the new 2021 campaign started with a lot of hope for Inter Miami. However, current results paint a different picture.
Two straight defeats to DC United and going over 275 minutes without a goal are something most fans did not anticipate.
Given the investment in the side by David Beckham, such as veterans Gregore, Blaise Matuidi, and Kelvin Leerdam. However, Phil Neville can look back at their previous season that they only won seven games in the regular season.
The season’s fate might be too early to put in question, but a 1-0 loss to Black and Red is a wake-up call.
In contrast, Orland City looks revamped after the international break. Two straight wins are evidence of the rejuvenation. The side sits two points in the Eastern Conference race behind the New England Revolution.
Moreover, their attacking threat is evident in only three games where the Three Lions registered five shots on target. So there is much going on with the clash this weekend.
Inter Miami vs Orland City Head to Head
Both sides have four games against each other, with Inter Miami taking two wins, similar to Orlando City. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- DC United 1-0 Inter Miami
- Inter Miami 0-3 DC United
- Chicago Fire 1-0 Inter Miami
- FC Cincinnati 2-3 Inter Miami
- Inter Miami 0-2 CF Montreal
Away
- Orlando City 5-0 San Jose Earthquakes
- Toronto FC 2-3 Orlando City
- New York Red Bulls 2-1 Orland City
- Orlando City 1-0 Toronto FC
- DC United 0-1 Orlando City
Inter Miami Team News
Their last encounter saw Inter Miami remain with nine men on the pitch. Therefore, Gregory and Ryan Shawcross remain unavailable through suspension. In addition, center-back Ian Fray is out with a cruciate ligament rupture.
Orlando City Team News
Brandon Austin will start between the sticks despite an underwhelming season. Midfielder Sebastian Mendez is unavailable while competing in Copa America. Striker Akindele will lead the attack after an impressive last week.
Prediction and Odds
Miami is yet to lose to Orlando, but we feel this might be the first time given their current woes.
- Orlando City Win
- Both Teams to Score
- Goals Under 3.5
