Overview
- Thomas Müller scored a record 79 points in the MLS All-Star Shooting/Skills Challenge on Wednesday, topping the previous mark of 72.
- Evander of FC Cincinnati immediately followed with an extra attempt and matched Müller's 79 points, prompting a ceremonial crown handover on the field.
- The Skills Challenge gave players one minute from the penalty spot to hit fixed targets worth two to ten points and a late-moving target worth 20 points.
- Other category winners included Tim Ream, Maxime Crépeau and Javier Ruiz, and the All-Star Game in North Carolina followed the Skills events with stars such as Heung-Min Son taking part.
- Broadcasters and fans widely praised the spectacle, and the performances shift attention to club play as Müller returns to Vancouver for a Sunday top-of-the-table meeting with LAFC.