Tim Cahill scored the fastest goal in Major League Soccer history when he struck for New York Red Bulls just seven seconds into their clash with Houston Dynamo.
Cahill took the kick-off then ran forward to receive a lobbed pass from Dax McCarty, brought it down and blasted home a right-footed shot from outside the area.
The goal was four seconds faster than the previous MLS record of 11 seconds and it set the Red Bulls on the way to a 3-0 away win on Sunday.
"Instead of playing in the middle, I was playing up front today," said Cahill. "It was a big game for us and the ball got played into me from the middle of the park, I took it on my chest, took a bounce and it ended up in the top corner.
"That was a massive win for us and it's a proud achievement for myself and obviously the MLS."
It was another highlight in a memorable season for Cahill. He has scored 10 goals from 25 games, one more than his celebrated team-mate Thierry Henry, as well as four assists.
If the Red Bulls win their final game of the regular season at home on Sunday against the Chicago Fire, they will claim the Supporters Shield for the best record in the MLS regular season in either conference. They will also ensure they have home field advantage throughout the post season.
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