Marcel Hartel scores stunning goal for St. Louis CITY

Midfielder's late volley seals comeback win over New England Revolution

Mar. 22, 2026 at 3:28am

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St. Louis CITY SC midfielder Marcel Hartel scored a spectacular goal in the 83rd minute to seal his team's 3-1 comeback victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night. Hartel intercepted a pass and unleashed a stunning volley from distance to beat USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner.

Why it matters

Hartel's goal was a highlight-reel worthy strike that will likely be in the running for MLS Goal of the Year. The win was an important one for St. Louis CITY, who rallied from behind to defeat a tough Eastern Conference opponent.

The details

With the score tied 1-1 in the 83rd minute, Hartel intercepted a pass from Revs defender Brayan Ceballos and, without letting the ball touch the ground, unleashed a powerful volley that beat Turner and found the back of the net. The goal came shortly after teammate Simon Becher had scored an equally impressive goal to tie the game for CITY.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 22, 2026.
  • Hartel's goal came in the 83rd minute of the match.

The players

Marcel Hartel

A 30-year-old midfielder and Designated Player for St. Louis CITY SC.

Matt Turner

The goalkeeper for the New England Revolution and a member of the United States men's national soccer team.

Simon Becher

A teammate of Hartel's who scored an impressive goal to tie the game for St. Louis CITY SC.

Brayan Ceballos

A defender for the New England Revolution whose errant pass was intercepted by Hartel leading to the game-winning goal.

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The takeaway

Hartel's stunning volley was a moment of individual brilliance that helped propel St. Louis CITY SC to a crucial comeback victory over a tough Eastern Conference opponent. The goal will surely be in the running for MLS Goal of the Year and showcased the talent and skill of one of the league's rising stars.