Match Reaction

Antoine Griezmann scores first MLS goal in Orlando City debut!

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It's hard to imagine Antoine Griezmann's Orlando City debut going any better.

It didn't take long for the French superstar to announce himself to the Orlando City faithful, giving fans the moment they've all been waiting for when he netted his first goal for the Lions during their road matchup with the San Jose Earthquakes.

No time wasted

After starting and scoring in two friendly matches, the 35-year-old forward came into his official Lions debut on a bit of a hot streak. 

That strong form carried over into MLS play, as it took Griezmann only 48 minutes to net his first-ever goal in Orlando City colors. And in typical Griezmann fashion, he did so in style.

Justin Ellis picked off a pass in the attacking third and found his French strike partner, who slipped past a trio of defenders before firing a low shot inside the near post to give the Lions a 3-0 lead over the Western Conference-contending Quakes. 

The brilliantly taken goal was then followed by his signature celebration.

History made

On top of immediately making the most of his MLS opportunity, the goal was also a historic one in Griezmann's career. 

After becoming Atlético Madrid's all-time leading goalscorer, as well as consistently finding the back of the net for fellow LaLiga sides Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona, Griezmann's Orlando opener was the 300th club goal of his career, marking a major milestone.