Sunday Night Soccer

History! Anders Dreyer scores brace for San Diego FC

Simply historic.

Anders Dreyer scored expansion side San Diego FC's first two goals on MLS is Back weekend to secure a monumental 2-0, season-opening victory over defending MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy.

The 26-year-old Danish international winger broke the scoreless stalemate at Dignity Health Sports Park in the 52nd minute, capitalizing on some sloppy build-out from goalkeeper Novak Mićović. Mexican star Chucky Lozano crossed the ball after LA defender Emiro Garcés slipped in his own box, where Dreyer slammed home a historic strike.

Dreyer wasn't done there. He followed with the club's second goal, going bar down on a sensational effort to cap a Tomás Ángel-led counterattack in the 93rd minute and earn all three points.

Both of San Diego's Designated Players combined on the opener, with Dreyer arriving for a reported near-$5 million transfer fee from Belgian powerhouse Anderlecht. Lozano joined from Eredivisie powerhouse PSV Eindhoven for a reported $12 million.

After stunning the league in their first-ever match, can the newcomers keep the momentum going next weekend? On Saturday night, they'll host St. Louis CITY SC at Snapdragon Stadium for their home opener (10:30 pm ET | MLS Season Pass, Apple TV+).