Inter Miami vs Orlando City Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Leagues Cup 2025 semi-final

The Lions dominated the proceedings when they last faced the Herons.

Inter Miami are all set to host Orlando City SC in the 2025 Leagues Cup semi-final. The high-stakes confrontation between these Major League Soccer clubs is scheduled to take place at the Chase Stadium.

Despite being at home, Inter Miami may not feel fully confident, as their last few performances against the Lions have not been their best. While taking on Orlando City, the Herons have not been the best attacking side. The Javier Mascherano-led side will be looking to turn the tide around.

The visitors will be looking to secure yet another win against Inter Miami. The Lions have been excellent in their last three performances against Lionel Messi and company. The upcoming fixture is a high-stakes game, and a win here will help Orlando City reach the Leagues Cup final.

Kick-off:

• Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
• Stadium: Chase Stadium
• Date: Thursday, August 28
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 a.m. IST/ 12:30 a.m. GMT (Wednesday, August 27; 08:30 p.m. ET/ 05:30 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Inter Miami: W-L-W-W-D

Orlando City: W-W-W-D-L

Players to Watch

Luis Suarez (Inter Miami)

As Lionel Messi’s availability is unlikely, Luis Suarez is going to play an important role in the attacking front for the Herons. The veteran striker has helped Inter Miami multiple times this season and is ready to lead his side in the final third yet again. It will be interesting to see a top performance from Suarez.

Martin Ojeda (Orlando City)

Martin Ojeda has been one of the most consistent players for Orlando City this season. The 26-year-old from Argentina has been excellent in the MLS and as well as in the Leagues Cup. In his four cross-club tournament matches, he has scored three goals and also has three assists to his name.

Match Facts

• Inter Miami have conceded seven goals in the last two games against the Lions.
• The Herons have only been able to score one goal in the last games against Orlando City.
• The Lions are on a four-match unbeaten run against Inter Miami.

Inter Miami vs Orlando City SC: Betting Tips and Odds

• Orlando City to win @27/10 Paddy Power
• Martin Ojeda to score @10/1 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Allen Obando is injured and will not be a part of Inter Miami’s squad. Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba might miss out due to their fitness issues.

Orlando City will be without the services of Duncan McGuire, Wilder Cartagena and Yutaro Tsukada as they are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 18

Inter Miami won: 5

Orlando City won: 7

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ustari (GK); Fray, Luján, Falcón, Noah Allen; Bright, Busquets; Allende, De Paul, Segovia; Suarez

Orlando City predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Gallese (GK); Freeman, Schlegel, Jansson, Brekalo; Atuesta, Araujo; Pasalic, Ojeda, Angulo; Muriel

Match Prediction

These MLS clubs are ready to come up with an interesting contest against each other and the winning side will move one step closer to a silverware. Orlando City are likely to defeat Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup semifinal.

Prediction: Inter Miami 2-3 Orlando City

Telecast Details

USA: FOX Sports, TSN, RDS and Apple TV

Worldwide: Apple TV

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