Orlando City SC midfielder Martín Ojeda was voted MLS Player of the Matchday after scoring a hat trick in his team's 4-3 comeback win over Inter Miami CF.

What happened?

Ojeda's three goals helped Orlando City SC overcome a 3-0 deficit. He scored his first goal in the 39th minute, his second in the 68th minute, and completed his hat trick with a penalty kick in the 79th minute. Tyese Spicer scored the winning goal in stoppage time.

Why it matters for Orlando City SC

This win marks a significant comeback for Orlando City SC, who became the fourth team in MLS history to win a match after trailing by at least three goals. Ojeda's hat trick also earned him a place in club history, joining Cyle Larin as the only players to score multiple regular-season hat tricks.

What comes next?

Orlando City SC's next fixture is against Real Salt Lake at home on 2026-08-22, where they will look to continue their winning streak. Currently, the team is dealing with injuries to F. Loyola, D. McGuire, and Y. Tsukada. | Player | Status | | --- | --- | | F. Loyola | Injured | | D. McGuire | Injured | | Y. Tsukada | Injured | Orlando City SC will need to adjust their lineup to compensate for these losses. With Ojeda's recent performance, the team is looking to build on their momentum and make a push for the top of the table.