Published 17:33 IST, March 9th 2020

LAFC vs Philadelphia: MLS fans react to Jakob Glesnes' Roberto Carlos-like free-kick

Philadelphia Union centre-back Jakob Glesnes scored a Roberto Carlos like free-kick in the LAFC vs Philadelphia MLS match. Here's how fans reacted to the goal.

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LAFC vs Philadelphia MLS match on Sunday saw two teams play out an absolute thriller as game ended in a high scoring 3-3 draw. Philadelphia went thrice in front, only to be pegged by LAFC later. However, one moment that dominated LAFC vs Philadelphia Union highlights reel was Jakob Glesnes goal, a 40-yard free-kick for MLS fans to dub centre back as new Roberto Carlos.

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Jacob Glesnes goal: Centre back's 40-yard free-kick tops LAFC vs Philadelphia Union highlights

In thrilling LAFC vs Philadelphia Union match, Jacob Glesnes' goal stole headlines. Three minutes after LAFC vs Philadelphia kicked off second half with a 1-1 scoreline, centre-back shot a Roberto Carlos-like free-kick into top left corner, giving opposition goalkeeper Kenneth Vermeer chance to save it. However, Jakob Glesnes goal couldn't lead Philadelphia Union to a win over Carlos Vela's LAFC, with match ending in a 3-3 draw. Carlos Vela, who was MLS MVP last season, equalised for LAFC before half-time, which was his 50th MLS goal. Carlos Vela's goal made him third-fastest to 50 MLS goals and Mexican would look to continue his rich vein of form.

Jakob Glesnes goal: Watch  centre-back smash a score a 40-yard stunner

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LAFC vs Philadelphia: Fans go wild after Jakob Glesnes goal 

Job Glesnes goal in LAFC vs Philadelphia fixture saw him being compared to former Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos. Brazilian full-back had a vicious set-piece ability and has scored amazing free-kicks from long range in past. Here are some of best reactions to Jakob Glesnes goal. 

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17:33 IST, March 9th 2020