Jonathan David Shines Against Atlético Madrid
Canadian striker Jonathan David continues to make waves in European football, solidifying his status as one of the standout players in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League. In a remarkable display, David scored two goals for Lille in their recent victory over Atlético de Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. With this achievement, Jonathan David became the first player from Concacaf to score against both Atlético and Real Madrid in the same Champions League season.
David‘s performance has been nothing short of spectacular, boasting 10 goals and 2 assists in his first 15 games of the season. His contributions have been vital for Lille, both in Ligue 1 and during the Champions League group stage. He showcased his skills by converting a penalty against Real Madrid and then again against Atlético, scoring another goal from open play.
Lille Celebrates Jonathan David‘s Milestone
Lille’s social media celebrated Jonathan David‘s achievements, emphasizing their success at Atlético’s home ground and his impressive double. The team is now preparing for its next Ligue 1 challenge against RC Lens, followed by important matches against Olympique Lyon and Juventus in early November.
In addition to David‘s remarkable form, he is not alone in representing Concacaf on the European stage. Christian Pulisic, playing for AC Milan, has also made headlines with 7 goals and 3 assists this season. Together, Jonathan David and Pulisic are elevating the profile of North American players in top European competitions.
Jonathan Christian David, born on January 14, 2000, in Brooklyn, USA, began his journey in soccer at a young age. He moved to Haiti as a baby before settling in Ottawa, Canada, at six. Growing up in the Franco-Ontarian community of Ottawa, he played for several local youth clubs before heading to Belgium in 2018, where he debuted for Gent. In 2019, Jonathan David was named the male Canada Soccer Player of the Year.
After two successful seasons in Belgium, David transferred to French club Lille for a reported €30 million, making it the highest transfer fee for a Canadian player. He celebrated a triumphant first season by helping Lille win the Ligue 1 title.
As Jonathan David continues to excel, he not only paves the way for his career but also inspires many young athletes from the region to chase their dreams in football.
