endeared himself to the faithful on Saturday, leading the Lions' comeback win to earn MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob ULTRA honors for Matchday 22.
Griezmann recorded his first career MLS brace, scoring both goals for Orlando in their over .
The legendary French attacker has now played in six regular-season matches since from Spanish powerhouse Atlético Madrid, playing all 540 minutes and contributing 3g/2a.
Across his six starts, Orlando have produced a 3W-2L-1D record with all six games coming against current Audi MLS Cup Playoffs teams. Before Griezmann's arrival, Orlando earned 14 points and sat outside the playoff spots (12th in Eastern Conference).
Following Saturday’s victory, the Lions moved into the playoff picture for the first time this season, jumping to ninth place in the East with 24 points.
Griezmann is the second Orlando player to be named Player of the Matchday this season, joining (Matchday 11).
He's also the eighth different former winner to be named Player of the Matchday, joining (14), Thierry Henry (six), David Villa (four), Thiago Almada (three), Youri Djorkaeff (two), Kaká (one), and (one).
Griezmann and Orlando look to continue their strong form when they travel to face on Saturday, August 29 at Allianz Field (8:30 pm ET |
