Joveljić earns Man of the Match after two-goal debut

The $6 million deal closed four days before kickoff.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 291 min read

Left his mark in his debut 🇷🇸 Dejan Joveljić is your @Toyota Man of the Match from #SEAvCHI! https://t.co/dpnVvtguNk Via @SoundersFC on X

What happened: Joveljić scored in the 12th minute, then struck again in the 48th to restore a 2-1 lead. A late equalizer produced a 2-2 draw.

Why it matters: The immediate return strengthens the case for a deal that includes a contract through June 2030. His side still dropped two points after leading twice.

By the numbers: Joveljić’s goals came 36 minutes apart. The debut followed the completion of his trade by four days.

What to watch: His next appearance will show whether the instant production carries into a second match.

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@SoundersFC 2026-08-29T23:16:36.279851+00:00

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