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Viral MLS goal sparks debate: Is this Messi’s league?

17. January 2025
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A recent MLS match between Orlando City and the New York Red Bulls has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, with a comically bizarre goal in the 47th minute igniting discussions about the league’s quality.

The sequence of errors, missed clearances, and awkward attempts has been dubbed one of the strangest goals in the league’s history, leading to widespread ridicule online.

Since the United States began systematically popularizing football and attracting global stars, the MLS has faced consistent criticism over its quality compared to top European leagues. While players like Zlatan Ibrahimović, Luis Suárez, and Lionel Messi have brought star power and skill to the league, the disparity between these legends and the rest of the competition has been glaringly obvious.

The viral clip from the Orlando City vs. New York Red Bulls match has reignited the debate, with many viewers comparing the MLS to leagues in less established footballing nations like Saudi Arabia. Social media users were quick to poke fun at the league, questioning how such a goal could occur in the same competition where Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, now plays.

Supporters of the league argue that moments like these are rare and overshadow the significant improvements the MLS has made in infrastructure, player development, and fan engagement. With Messi’s arrival at Inter Miami, the league has garnered unprecedented global attention, creating both opportunities and scrutiny.

Despite the criticism, the MLS continues to grow, striving to bridge the gap between entertaining viral moments and delivering consistent, top-tier football.

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