Five Orlando City games to watch this season

Sacramento Republic FC v Orlando City SC - 2022 U.S. Open Cup Final
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2. vs. Inter Miami (9/24)

Oct 5, 2022; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA;  Orlando City midfielder Mauricio Pereyra (10) clears
Oct 5, 2022; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Orlando City midfielder Mauricio Pereyra (10) clears / Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

This could be the year the "Florida Derby" really pops. I've been uninspired by the matchups with Inter Miami over the last three seasons, but that rivalry blood is starting to boil. The sting of last season's 4-1 humiliation that clinched Miami's playoff spot still burns.

If Miami somehow lands Lionel Messi, this suddenly becomes the biggest game in Orlando City history.