MLS fans, prepare to be amazed as Kei Kamara, the Sierra Leonean soccer superstar, just broke two records in one game! Kamara’s incredible injury-time goal helped his team, Chicago Fire, secure a thrilling 3-2 win over Inter Miami.
Kamara’s first record-breaking moment in the game came when he scored for the tenth MLS club in his career, an impressive feat that proves his adaptability and skill as a striker. And if that wasn’t enough, he went on to score his 129th MLS goal, becoming the first player to score in 16 different seasons.
Kamara’s stunning goal helped his team secure their first win of the new season, lifting them off the bottom of the table. It was a much-needed victory for Chicago Fire, and Kamara’s heroics will undoubtedly give the team a much-needed boost of confidence.
KEI KAMARA IN STOPPAGE TIME
Did @keikamara just score the winner for Chicago??? pic.twitter.com/eg2LEm9vbf
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) March 26, 2023
Results of Kamara’s New Records
Kamara is now ranked third all-time for goals scored in the MLS. This feat is all the more impressive given that his current head coach, Ezra Hendrickson, was once his teammate at Columbus Crew in 2006 and 2007.
Kamara, who has now scored for 10 MLS clubs, is happy to be playing for his old friend and teammate once again. Although he jokes that his fellow players call him “grandpa” in the locker room, Kamara believes in Hendrickson’s leadership and is thrilled to be a part of his team.
Aside from achieving new records, Kamara’s goal against Inter Miami puts him just five goals behind Landon Donovan on the all-time goals chart. If he keeps scoring at this rate, he may surpass Donovan before the end of the season.
Statement on Kamara’s Achievement
The man himself @keikamara 🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/BaMe0e3Ygk
— Chicago Fire FC (@ChicagoFire) March 26, 2023
Kamara’s former teammate turned coach, Hendrickson, has nothing but praise for the veteran striker. “Kei did tonight what he’s been doing for quite some time now. He’s a guy that I trust. He’s a guy that I’ve known for a long time now,” said Hendrickson.
But Kamara is more than just a goal-scorer. He’s also a leader, both on and off the field. Hendrickson is happy to have another veteran presence in the locker room, especially one who has played for so many different teams and knows what it takes to win.
“He’s been good for us on and off the field,” remarked Hendrickson. “He’s an older guy, but we know what he gives us. He’s still fit and he’s going to bring a lot to this team, this organization.”
For Kamara, the win over Inter Miami was about more than just his goal. It was about the team finally being able to close out a game and get their first win of the season. And he’s impressed with the young players on the team who are hungry to prove themselves.
“I hope they don’t hear this interview, but I can see so much of the heart that they do have and everybody wants to prove something,” said Kamara. “And it’s great. It’s really great.”
So, what’s next for Kamara and Chicago Fire? They’ll be taking on Wayne Rooney’s DC United, and if Kamara’s performance in this game is anything to go by, Fire fans can expect another thrilling match. With Kamara on their side, anything is possible.
