News Summary
Major League Soccer fans are invited to participate in voting for the Save of the Year award, recognizing outstanding goalkeeping performances. Voting is open until October 24, and key nominees include goalkeepers Maxime Crépeau and Yohei Takaoka. Fans can also vote for Goal of the Year and enter for a chance to win prizes. This initiative highlights exceptional saves and engages the community in celebrating goalkeeping skills within the league.
Major League Soccer Fans Invited to Vote for 2025 Save of the Year
Seattle, WA — Fans of Major League Soccer (MLS) can now participate in choosing the 2025 MLS Save of the Year through a dedicated fan voting process that is officially open from Monday, October 20, and will close on Friday, October 24. This opportunity allows supporters to have a voice in recognizing the league’s most impressive goalkeeping moments during the current season.
Key Candidates for Save of the Year
Among the notable nominees is Maxime Crépeau, the goalkeeper representing the Portland Timbers. Crépeau’s candidacy stems from a remarkable performance during a recent match against LAFC. In this game, Crépeau made an incredible bicycle kick attempt stop that was pivotal in securing a 1-0 victory for his team. The save involved a high leap to deflect a looping shot that skimmed off the crossbar, preventing a goal and maintaining the team’s clean sheet.
This spectacular play not only highlighted Crépeau’s agility and reflexes but also contributed to his team’s season-long success and recognition as a top contender for the award.
Other Top Nominees
In addition to Crépeau, Yohei Takaoka, the league’s leading goalkeeper in several categories, has been nominated for MLS Save of the Year. Takaoka has been a key player for his team, leading the league with 13 clean sheets and tying for the most goalkeeper wins, with a total of 18. His nomination is based on a notable save made during a match against CF Montreal.
The save in question occurred in a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal on Matchday 3, where Takaoka delivered a close-range kick save that effectively kept his team’s sheet clean and contributed to the team’s victory.
Fans Can Also Vote for Goal of the Year
Alongside the Save of the Year, fan participation extends to choosing the MLS Goal of the Year. One standout nomination includes a goal scored by Antony, a skillful player known for his technical ability. Antony’s nominated goal involved a sideline volley where he skillfully controlled the ball, then struck it over to himself before scoring with a shot in the far corner against St. Louis CITY FC.
Voting Details and Prizes
Voting for both categories — Save of the Year and Goal of the Year — will conclude on October 24. Fans interested in participating can submit their votes through the designated voting platform. Additionally, supporters who submit brackets predicting the teams’ paths to the MLS Cup have a chance to win a grand prize package, which includes an MLS Store gift card and other rewards.
Background on the Award
The MLS Save of the Year recognizes the most outstanding and impactful saves made during the league’s regular season, celebrating goalkeeping excellence across all teams. The award aims to highlight moments of athleticism and skill that stand out to supporters and players alike, fostering community engagement and appreciation for the goalkeeper position within the sport.
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Additional Resources
- MLS Soccer: Vote for the 2025 MLS Save of the Year
- Wikipedia: Major League Soccer
- Portland Timbers: Vote Maxime Crépeau for 2025 MLS Save of the Year
- Google Search: 2025 MLS Save of the Year
- Whitecaps FC: Takaoka Up for MLS Save of the Year
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- FC Dallas: Maarten Paes Wins 2024 MLS Save of the Year
- Google News: MLS 2025 Season
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