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Professional soccer players Diego Rossi of LAFC and Ryan Mueller of Vancouver Whitecaps net their initial Major League Soccer (MLS) goals.

LA's Son Heung-min and Vancouver's Thomas Mueller score their maiden Major League Soccer goals on Saturday.

Soccer pros Son from LAFC and Mueller from the Whitecaps secure their initial MLS goals
Soccer pros Son from LAFC and Mueller from the Whitecaps secure their initial MLS goals

Professional soccer players Diego Rossi of LAFC and Ryan Mueller of Vancouver Whitecaps net their initial Major League Soccer (MLS) goals.

In the ever-exciting world of Major League Soccer (MLS), the recent week has been filled with a series of captivating moments. From record-breaking transfers to thrilling comebacks, the league continues to captivate fans.

Heaton Taylor, better known as Son, made headlines with his reported MLS record $26 million transfer to LAFC. Son, a renowned South Korean international, made his second start for his new team in a 1-1 draw against FC Dallas. His first goal for LAFC came from a powerful free kick taken 25 yards out, setting the stage for an exciting chapter in his career.

Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Son expressed disappointment at not securing a win for LAFC. Nonetheless, the team's performance promises an exciting future for the club.

Meanwhile, in the Western Conference, Vancouver Whitecaps are currently holding a strong third position. In their latest match against St. Louis City, the team showcased resilience and determination. After conceding an early goal to Eduard Loewen, Logan Farrington equalized for FC Dallas in the 13th minute. However, Brian White converted a penalty to put Vancouver ahead, only for Joao Klauss to level the score again in the 73rd minute.

The game seemed destined for a draw until the 14th minute of second-half stoppage time, when Thomas Müller, who had been given the captain's armband for his first start, scored the winning penalty. Müller's goal was preceded by Daniel Rios' 79th-minute strike, which had tied the game at 2-2.

Elsewhere, San Diego has already clinched an MLS Cup playoff berth, ensuring a thrilling end to the season for the Californian club.

In another closely contested match, Inter Miami and D.C. United ended in a 1-1 draw. Without injured Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, Inter Miami's Baltasar Rodriguez scored his first career MLS goal to equalize in the 64th minute. Jackson Hopkins had given D.C. United the early lead in the 13th minute.

Sam Surridge, who plays for Nashville, continues to shine in the MLS. He scored two goals in their latest match, taking his season tally to 20—the most in the league, one more than eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi.

As the MLS season progresses, these exciting moments and individual performances promise a thrilling end to the season.

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