With Nemanja Nikolic being named to Major League Soccer's Best XI for the 2017 season, take a look back at 11 of the year's most memorable moments for Nikolic, on and off the field:
Say Hello
Jan. 20 — Niko arrives at Chicago's O'Hare Airport for the first time, receiving a hearty welcome from Fire faithful
"His First One in MLS"
March 11 — Niko finds net in his home debut at Toyota Park, a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake.
No Surprise Here
May 17 — After raising his goal total to a record-setting 10 in 11 games, Niko dropped a dash of the confidence that has helped make him so successful.