Inter Miami superstar and captain Lionel Messi has issued a rallying cry to his teammates following a 3-0 home defeat to Orlando City on Sunday night — a result that adds to their recent struggles in the Major League Soccer (MLS).

The Herons have now won just one of their last seven matches across all competitions, casting a shadow over what was expected to be a dominant campaign with Messi at the helm.

“It’s a difficult time, but we are going to come through this,” Messi said in a post-match interview with Apple TV.
“Now we will really see if we are a team. These are difficult times. When everything is going well it is very easy, but when difficult times come like now…
We have to be more united than ever, be a real team, and get through it.”

Currently sitting 6th on the table with 22 points, Inter Miami’s dip in form has come at a crucial time in the season, with pressure mounting ahead of their next clash against league leaders Philadelphia this Sunday.

OPINION: Champions Rise When Tested — Messi’s Message Is the Mentality Miami Needs

When Lionel Messi speaks, the world listens — and so should his teammates. His words go beyond motivation; they speak to the essence of what makes great teams truly great.

Anyone can celebrate during the highs, but true character is built during the lows. Inter Miami's current struggles may seem worrying on paper, but with a figure like Messi calling for unity, fans should remain hopeful. It’s in these moments that champions are made — not just through goals, but through grit, leadership, and togetherness.

With stars like Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba also in the squad, there's no shortage of experience. The challenge now is mental — to regroup, stay focused, and fight every minute like it’s a final.

As they prepare for a crucial test against Philadelphia, all eyes will be on whether Inter Miami can respond like a team that wants to win trophies, not just headlines.

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