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Griezmann's sensational debut, LAFC's next gear & more from Matchday 17

Antoine Griezmann shines in a debut goal as MLS returns from the World Cup break with high-profile performances.

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🇬🇧 English Jul 23, 22:07 UTC
🇪🇸 Spanish Jul 24, 09:35 UTC · 20Minutos

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The brief

Major League Soccer has resumed following the World Cup break with Matchday 17 action, highlighted by Antoine Griezmann making his debut for Orlando City. Griezmann scored a superb goal, helping Orlando City thrash the San Jose Earthquakes in a match where opposing goalkeeper Gunn conceded four goals in his debut defeat.

Coverage from outlets including BBC, Goal.com, CBS News, and The New York Times also notes that Robert Lewandowski was quiet against Inter Miami in a game played without Lionel Messi, alongside other new star debuts across the league. Reporting from MLSsoccer.com, The New York Times, and local sources emphasizes the post-World Cup restart dynamics, tracking the performances of newly arrived international stars and team adjustments.

Statements from figures like Martín Perelman and Maxime Crépeau were also captured by club media following the lopsided victory in San Jose. Coverage does not yet specify upcoming fixture strategies or long-term roster changes, leaving future performance trajectories dependent on how these new stars integrate as the season progresses.

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Quick answers

Who scored on their MLS debut for Orlando City?

Antoine Griezmann scored a superb goal on his MLS debut.

Which team did Orlando City defeat in their return to play?

Orlando City defeated the San Jose Earthquakes.

Which outlets provided coverage of the MLS restart?

Outlets including BBC, Goal.com, CBS News, The New York Times, and MLSsoccer.com provided coverage.

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Antoine Griezmann MLS Orlando City San Jose Earthquakes Matchday 17

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