Antoine Griezmann made an instant impact in Major League Soccer, scoring a trademark goal on his official debut for Orlando. The French forward helped his new side secure a convincing 4-0 victory away against San Jose Earthquakes on Thursday.
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Subscribe Sekarang →Starting alongside young American forward Justin Ellis, the 2018 World Cup winner extended Orlando's lead early in the second half. Following a defensive error from the hosts, Ellis fed Griezmann at the edge of the penalty box.
The former Atlético Madrid star controlled the ball with his back to goal, deftly turned defender Daniel Munie, and swept a precise left-footed finish into the bottom corner in the 48th minute. He celebrated the milestone with his iconic dancing routine.
The strike held special significance, marking the 300th goal of Griezmann's distinguished professional career. He played the full 90 minutes as 13th-placed Orlando upset the Western Conference's second-placed side to boost their play-in hopes.
According to match statistics, the Frenchman's swift adaptation follows two goals in pre-season friendlies. The former Real Sociedad prodigy left Atlético Madrid as the club's all-time leading scorer after a decade across two spells.
Griezmann retired from international football in September 2024 with 137 caps and 44 goals for France. The NBA enthusiast has long expressed a desire to finish his career in the United States, and his American journey is off to a flying start.