VIRAL: Landon Donovan’s game-winner created the USMNT’s first defining moment and announced American soccer to the world and home

In this episode, inspired by a feature written by Ryan Tolmich, we return to one of the most defining moments in American soccer history: Landon Donovan’s stoppage-time winner against Algeria in 2010. It was the goal that stopped a nation, ignited the first true viral soccer moment in the United States, and transformed casual viewers into lifelong believers. This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast following the road to the 2026 World Cup. Every week, we revisit the stories, moments, and myths that shaped the global game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices