Watch: Julian Carranza backheel meg against Austin FC

Julian Carranza saw the field for the first time this preseason for the Philadelphia Union and he created a highlight-reel of a goal in the first half to open the Union’s 2024 scoring account.

Back heel meg 👀

King Julian picks up the first #DOOP of the year and Quinn tallies the assist! pic.twitter.com/6qXF0qqlDQ

— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) January 24, 2024

The backheel meg came off a cross from Quinn Sullivan and a forward run by Nathan Harriel.

Carranza talked about the goal in a post-game interview.

Julian Carranza joins @sagehurley__ post game 🎤

Julian walks us through his goal assisted by Quinn Sullivan and excitement to be back with the team.#DOOP pic.twitter.com/0OAVTWjIJG

— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) January 24, 2024