After Inter Miami was routed 3-0 by Orlando on Sunday night and fell to 1-5-1 in its last seven matches across all competitions, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and 2022 World Cup champion — who rarely gives interviews after matches — told Apple TV that it's imperative for the team to stick together.

Inter Miami CF captain Lionel Messi urged the team to stay strong and remain united after losing 3-0 to in-state rival Orlando City SC at Chase Stadium on Sunday night.

Lionel Messi, growing increasingly frustrated during Inter Miami’s recent slump, left Sunday’s 3-0 home loss to Orlando City with a yellow card for the second game in a row, and criticized MLS officiating during his postgame interview.