Robert Lewandowski went scoreless for 63 minutes in his MLS debut for the Chicago Fire earlier this week, and his new club dropped a tough 3-2 match to Inter Miami. The legendary striker is still searching for his first goal in Major League Soccer, but another huge name, Antoine Griezmann, absolutely exploded onto the scene for Orlando City, proving his intent to tear up the league.
One Superstar Explodes, The Other Still Searching
While Lionel Messi is taking a post-World Cup break after Argentina’s final loss to Spain, the MLS spotlight has landed squarely on these new international stars. Griezmann, a World Cup winner with France in 2018, made his MLS debut look easy, netting his first goal just three minutes into the second half. Orlando City absolutely routed the San Jose Earthquakes 4-0, a true statement debut for Griezmann and his new squad. For Lewandowski, though, it was a tougher introduction. The Fire couldn’t get a win against the Messi-less Inter Miami, and he was pulled without finding the back of the net. Chicago fans have to be feeling the pressure for their summer signing to deliver.
Emerald City Grinds On and The League Keeps Delivering
Our own Seattle Sounders have been grinding through the season, showing clutch moments here in the Emerald City. On May 13, the Sounders took down the San Jose Earthquakes 3-2 at Lumen Field, with Nouhou Tolo grabbing a crucial assist. Before that, on May 9, Daniel Musovski was battling hard against San Diego FC during a 1-1 draw, also at Lumen Field. Every point counts!
Beyond our boys, the league has been cooking with unpredictable results. On July 17, LAFC grabbed a solid 3-0 win over the LA Galaxy, with Denis Bouanga scoring a penalty. Nashville SC took down New York City FC 2-1 on May 23, thanks to a Jeisson Palacios header. Charlotte FC squeezed out a 1-0 victory over the New England Revolution that day, with Kristijan Kahlina making a key save. And get this: on May 16, FC Dallas’s Samuel Sarver scored a stoppage-time goal to beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-2, then celebrated by drinking a fan-thrown beer! New York City FC and Red Bull New York played to a 1-1 draw. Plus, remember that incredible May 2 comeback, when Orlando City rallied from a 3-0 deficit for a wild 4-3 victory over Inter Miami? Maxime Crépeau made a big save, with Luis Suárez following the play. MLS is never dull, and momentum can swing on a dime.
Today, Saturday, July 25, is a massive one for both new international stars. Lewandowski and the Chicago Fire hit the road again, looking for that elusive first goal against New York City FC at Yankee Stadium. Meanwhile, Griezmann and Orlando City have a huge test ahead, facing Nashville SC, who are currently leading the Supporters’ Shield race. Can Lewandowski finally break through, or will Griezmann continue his red-hot start? It’s going to be wild watching it all unfold.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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