Nigerian midfielder Alhassan Yusuf scores the New England Revolution‘s quickest goal of the 2025 season on Decision Day, earning widespread acclaim from the club’s social media channels.
The New England Revolution wrapped up their 2025 MLS regular season with an electrifying 2-2 draw against Chicago Fire FC at Gillette Stadium on MLS Decision Day. The match was instantly energized by Nigerian midfielder Alhassan Yusuf, who made a remarkable early impact.
Fresh off international duty with the Super Eagles, Yusuf stunned fans by netting a brilliant chip goal just 44 seconds after kickoff, marking the fastest goal scored by the Revolution this season.
The club enthusiastically celebrated Yusuf on social media, dubbing him “The Senior Man” in recognition of his crucial role and leadership on the pitch.
Yusuf’s Moment of Brilliance
Despite missing Nigeria’s recent World Cup qualifiers, the midfielder wasted no time making his mark. Capitalizing on a defensive lapse from Chicago Fire moments after the whistle, Yusuf applied intense pressure, intercepted a poor pass, and executed a delicate chip over goalkeeper Chris Brady to score his second goal of the campaign.
This stunning goal ended a 22-game scoring drought for the versatile midfielder, setting an exciting tone for the remainder of the match.
Yusuf’s strike was the Revolution’s fastest since April 2024, underscoring his dedication as one of only two players, alongside MVP and Golden Boot winner Carles Gil, to feature in every regular-season game this year.
The closing moments of the game were just as thrilling, with New England briefly taking the lead in stoppage time through Dor Turgeman, only for Chicago to level the score with an own goal in the 99th minute, resulting in a hard-fought draw.
Being hailed as “The Senior Man” reflects Yusuf’s rising stature and influence within the squad, a testament to his relentless work ethic and technical prowess in midfield.
Although the Revolution missed out on the playoffs, Yusuf’s standout performances and unwavering commitment offer a promising foundation as the team looks ahead to the 2026 season.