A complete defeat to Orlando City 1-4, Xu Liang poked the fig leaf of Miami: Without Messi, he would be at the bottom and his defense was bad!

In the field of the FA, the showdown between Miami International and Orlando City has attracted much attention. However, the final 1-4 score disappointed Miami International fans. After the game, the comments of the well-known football commentator Xu Liang were very sharp and expressed the voices of many fans.

Judging from the competition process, Miami International's performance is really unsatisfactory. Xu Liang pointed out that Miami International's defense line was like paper, and the goalkeeper's performance was also unsatisfactory, like a funnel, constantly allowing the opponent's goals to succeed. Looking back at the lost goals in the game, the opponent's players can often easily break through Miami International's defense and get an excellent shooting opportunity. Whether it is defending the opponent's counterattack or in regular position defense, the defense line is full of loopholes, which makes the team pay a heavy price.

The problem with this team is not just defense. On the offensive end, when Messi was absent, the team's offensive ability was greatly reduced. Xu Liang said that without Messi's breakthrough and pass, Miami International's offense seemed to be playing a tough battle in the frontcourt, and it was difficult to create an excellent opportunity. In the past, when Messi was on the court, he was able to attract multiple defensive players from the opponent with his personal ability and create opportunities for his teammates to shoot open or break through. Now that Messi is away, the team's offense has become monotonous and weak, and it is difficult for other players to take on the heavy responsibility of the offensive core.

Through data statistics, we can see more intuitively the problems existing in Miami International. In the entire American League, although Miami International ranks top in offensive data, its number of goals conceded is also at the bottom. This sharp contrast fully reflects the current situation of the team's serious imbalance in offense and defense. Take this game against Orlando City for example. With Messi absent, the team completely exposed their own problems, which may be their true level. If the defensive problem cannot be solved in time, even if Messi returns, it will not be easy for the team to achieve excellent results in the US League.

In addition, the status and attitude of Miami International players on the court have also been questioned. Except for a few veterans, other players feel unable to run on the court and lack sufficient enthusiasm and fighting spirit. When the opponent launches a counterattack, many players are unable to return to the right place in time, resulting in the defense line being easily torn open. This kind of mental outlook is obviously not what a team that is determined to win the championship should have.

For Miami International's coach Maggie (Mascherano), the complete defeat in this game undoubtedly sounded the alarm for him. He needs to find a solution to the team's problems as soon as possible. Whether it is tactical adjustments, personnel rotations, or spiritual motivation, changes are urgently needed. Otherwise, Miami International's journey to the FA League this season will be full of ups and downs.

Miami International's poor performance in this game deserves deep reflection. Although Xu Liang's comments are sharp, every sentence is true. I hope the team can face up to the problem, actively improve, and show a better competitive state and mental outlook in subsequent games.