USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso launched a stunning long-range effort into the back of the net for Real Betis at the weekend.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Johnny opens up European goal account Scores worldie for Real Betis in 3-2 victory over Athletic Club USMNT midfielder on fire in Spain WHAT HAPPENED?

The dagger in the Betis victory, Jonny scored the third goal of the match in the 67th minute en-route to their 3-1 victory. The midfielder made a brilliant run to the edge of the 18-yard box before firing home a first-time finish into the side netting.

AdvertisementWATCH THE CLIP

The strike comes 54 seconds into the clip, where he hits his effort first-time in stunning fashion.

Getty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE

The 22-year-old has been lights-out since moving from Internacional this January, immediately earning a spot in the starting XI for Betis. In eight appearances across all competitions, Johnny has one goal and one assist from a deep-lying midfield role for the Spanish side.

Sunday's goal saw him erupt with joy, while teammates both surrounded him and sang his name as he scored his first goal in Europe.

GettyWHAT NEXT FOR JOHNNY CARDOSO AND REAL BETIS?

With his brilliant performances of late, it would be wrong to say that Cardoso isn't in the starting XI picture for the USMNT right now. With Tyler Adams still injured, he might be the next man up this March in the Concacaf Nations League semi-finals against Jamaica.

For now, though, he will have to focus on his performances for his club, with a big one on their radar next. They'll host Antoine Griezmann and Atletico Madrid on Sunday as they look to make it six straight matches unbeaten in La Liga.