Domenico Criscito would like to remind you there are more Italians at Toronto FC

The defender’s first MLS strike was a goal of the season candidate

It may have been easy to overlook Toronto FC’s signing of Domenico Criscito this June.

After all, the 36-year-old arrived around the same time as two more high-profile Italians in Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi.

But just like the attacking duo, Criscito has slotted in seamlessly to Toronto’s lineup. On Wednesday, the veteran defender produced a moment that was impossible to overlook.

TFC was down a goal at home against New England with 15 minutes to play when Michael Bradley found Criscito with a lofted pass. The ex-Genoa captain let the ball float across his body before unleashing a sensational left-footed volley that flew into the back of the net.

Quite a way to score your first MLS goal.

The strike salvaged a 2-2 draw and kept TFC unbeaten in five matches. The club’s late push for a playoff berth has been largely down to its summer signings, and Criscito is ensuring he’ll continue to be mentioned right alongside Insigne and Bernardeschi.

Watch Criscito’s goal vs. New England

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