D.C. United manager Troy Lesesne is optimistic about 20-year-old Jacob Murrell's potential to boost the team's performance following a lackluster season. After scoring a spectacular overhead kick against Chicago Fire, Murrell has quickly made his mark with one goal and one assist in two matches. Lesesne praises Murrell's competitive nature and commitment to change the team's trajectory, aiming for success in the upcoming 2025 season. Meanwhile, Sporting Kansas City struggles with their performance, yet coach Peter Vermes acknowledges the early season challenges as they seek to find their rhythm.
I try to be really honest with [the players] and don't expect them to agree with it many times, but you could say Jacob probably disagrees deep down.
He's the type of person that is fully committed to helping us change the momentum and get D.C. United going in the right direction.
When we had to make our changes, I think we lost a little bit of rhythm. It was hard to break them down, and we're just early in the season.
When Jacob puts that intent out there, now you're seeing him back it up with action.
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