Spectacular MLS Strikes: Dreyer Blasts from Distance, Zaha Unleashes Perfect Volley
Following a relatively calm Matchday 18 in the MLS regular season, Matchday 19 returned with full intensity, delivering every aspect of excitement despite numerous players being away on international duty at the Concacaf Gold Cup.
With fixtures spread across four days, fans had ample opportunity to watch multiple MLS games, and the players delivered spectacular performances. The week featured remarkable goals, from looping long-range efforts to impressive dribbling displays.
While numerous memorable moments occurred throughout the league, these five goals distinguished themselves in the weekly Sports Illustrated MLS Goals of the Week rankings.
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5. Bueno's Spectacular Long-Range Strike
The Philadelphia Union emerged victorious with a 2–1 win against Charlotte FC this weekend. Though Markus Anderson's late winning goal created a memorable moment, this powerful shot from Jesús Bueno ranks among the matchday's finest strikes.
4. Surridge's Elegant Footwork for Nashville SC
Sam Surridge continues his exceptional 2025 campaign, adding his 12th goal of the season this weekend. Maintaining close ball control, Surridge fired home to secure Nashville SC's eventual 2–1 victory over Chicago Fire FC.
3. Zaha's Instinctive Volley for Charlotte FC
Wilfried Zaha has been displaying excellent form recently for Charlotte FC, recording his fourth goal contribution in four consecutive matches with a precise first-touch volley in The Crown's eventual 2–1 defeat to the Philadelphia Union.
2. Acosta Displays Messi-Like Skills
Luciano Acosta has been a prominent figure in MLS and has competed against Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi multiple times since 2023. This weekend, however, it was Acosta who glided past defenders like a diminutive Argentine in FC Dallas's 4–2 triumph over Sporting Kansas City.
1. Dreyer Scores Sensational Long-Distance Goal
Anders Dreyer has already established himself as one of MLS's most valuable players this season, but his eighth goal of 2025 astonished everyone as he scored from the halfway line in San Diego FC's 4–2 victory over Minnesota United.