FC Dallas goalkeeper Maarten Paes won the 2024 MLS Save of the Year award for his heroics against LA Galaxy back in May. This is the first time an FC Dallas keeper has won the award.
In the 31st minute, Paes faced a penalty shot attempt from Gabriel Pec. After a stutter step run-up, Pec fired a left-footed shot toward Paes's right. The goalkeeper went down to make a strong save with his right arm. The ball rebounded right back to Pec who then put an acrobatic effort back on goal. Paes quickly rose to his feet and dove to his left to save the shot denying Pec a second opportunity. The Galaxy had the ball in the back of the net on a third try but was flagged for offsides.
LA went on to win the game, but Dallas fans will always remember the effort Paes put in during Pec's attempt. His double save is now immortalized in the MLS history books.
Check out the save below.
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