Published 14:04 IST, March 2nd 2020

Carlos Vela’s goal sinks Inter Miami as LAFC spoil David Beckham-owned team's MLS debut

LAFC's Carlos Vela produced a moment of magic when he scored a wonderful goal against Inter Miami. His goal helped LAFC win the opening game of the season.

Reported by: Sujay Chakraborty
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A stunning Carlos Vela goal was all that was needed to help LAFC sour Inter Miami's MLS debut. reigning MLS MVP picked up right where he left last season. His solitary goal helped LAFC begin ir new campaign with a 1-0 win over league debutants.

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Watch: Carlos Vela's stunning chip

 LAFC vs Inter Miami: Carlos Vela stuns MLS debutants

LAFC hosted MLS debutants Inter Miami at  Banc of California Stadium. home side dominated much of game but were also susceptible at back. Carlos Vela took it upon himself and produced a moment of magic after he beat Inter Miami goalkeeper Luis Robles with a chip from edge of box.

Celebrating his 31st birthday, Carlos Vela sprung to life in 44th minute. Vela picked up ball on right-hand side of pitch before evading challenges from almost entire Inter Miami defence. Mexican attacker n went on to execute an insane chip, leaving Robles helpless in front of goal. 

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Carlos Vela's strike proved to be winner for LAFC as Inter Miami failed to really test Kenneth Vermeer throughout game. 

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Carlos Vela goal in a loop

Carlos Vela's goal tally

Vela scored 34 times last season and helped LAFC win  Supporters' Shield and make an appearance in Western Conference Finals. This season, he has already scored thrice. He scored two goals to help LAFC to a win against Club Leon in Concacaf Champions League on Thursday.

LAFC will host Philadelphia Union next on March 9. Meanwhile, David Beckham owned-Inter Miami will be at DC United next week, looking for first MLS win.

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14:04 IST, March 2nd 2020