The Midas Touch

Everything King Midas touched turned to gold. A quick glance at the list of Landon Donovan’s accolades might give one the same idea about America’s most talented and decorated footballer.

And the list just got longer. Netting his 20th goal of the season, Landon locked up the MLS Golden Boot trophy on Sunday afternoon when he found the back of the net to secure a 2-2 tie against FC Dallas.

Landon also led the league in multiple goal games (6) and hat tricks (2), while finishing top-ten in assists. But Landon’s lustrous play has bigger ramifications than just MLS stardom. European clubs have been courting the US captain, and Donovan has been entertaining them. Not to mention with South Africa around the corner, Landon’s peak playing couldn’t have come at a better time.

Landon’s dynamic play and impeccable touch are as golden as ever. If he keeps this up, who knows, he could be lifting even more illustrious hardware abroad.