The MLS NEXT All-Star Game unfolded in a showcase of offensive firepower, with the East team cruising to a 6‑1 victory over the West.
From the opening whistle the East seized control, striking first in the fifth minute when Oscar Avilez of D.C. United unleashed a left‑footed shot that curled past the goalkeeper.
Just minutes later, Jamil Danjaji added a second goal in transition, his finish set up by a precise pass from Logan Azar of the New England Revolution.
Liam Stribling, also from D.C. United, stretched the lead in the 12th minute, outrunning defender Jaiden Paz before slotting the ball home.
Met Oval’s Marcellus Singleton joined the party in the 30th minute, tapping in a pass from Avilez to make it 4‑0 before the halftime break.
Standout Performances
Avilez capped the first‑half onslaught with his second goal, ensuring the East entered the locker room with a commanding 4‑0 advantage.
The second half began without a response, as both sides settled into a cautious rhythm until the 77th minute when Daniel Brown of Charlotte FC finally got the West on the board.
Easton Wilson of Real Salt Lake sealed the West’s late rally with a second goal, staying onside to finish past Connor Dale of FC Cincinnati in the closing stages.
Coach and analysts praised the East’s attacking cohesion, highlighting the chemistry among Avilez, Stribling and Danjaji, while noting the West’s resilience in battling back with two late strikes.