Landon Donovan's Final Season (2015)
MLS 100-Goal Club: The elite scorers of Major League Soccer.
This is a list of players who scored over 100 goals in Major League Soccer, the top flight men's soccer league of the United States and Canada, dating back to its inaugural season in 1996. This list does not include goals scored in the MLS Cup playoffs. Thirteen players have reached the milestone.
Quick Facts
- Major honour
- Western Conference Runners-Up
- Final match venue
- Providence Park, Portland, Oregon
Lore & Background
The first MLS player to reach 100 goals was Jason Kreis on August 13, 2005. Jaime Moreno took the record from Kreis on August 22, 2007, and held it until August 27, 2011, when Jeff Cunningham scored his final MLS goal. Landon Donovan broke the record on May 25, 2014, and retired in 2016 with 145 goals. Chris Wondolowski became the all-time leading goalscorer on May 18, 2019.
Did You Know?
- Of the thirteen players, eight are Americans and one, Dwayne De Rosario, is Canadian.
- The highest-scoring foreigner is Kei Kamara of Sierra Leone, with 147 goals.
- Jaime Moreno of Bolivia and Bradley Wright-Phillips of England are the highest scoring players from South America and Europe respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What defined Landon Donovan's final season with Seattle?
This campaign marked the culmination of a legendary career in Major League Soccer before he retired. It served as an emotional farewell tour for one of the sport's most decorated players at CenturyLink Field.
What role did he hold on the team during 2015?
Donovan joined as a Designated Player and took over duties as the team captain. His experience helped stabilize the midfield while allowing younger squad members to flourish under his guidance.
How did his career conclude at CenturyLink Field?
He played his last professional match in front of home fans during an emotional final game. Immediately following the 2015 season, he officially announced his retirement from professional football.
Did the team achieve major honors during his tenure?
While they reached the MLS Cup Final, the championship title was secured by the squad in the subsequent year. His leadership set the foundation for that back-to-back glory era following his departure.
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