ORLANDO, Fla. — It took 37 minutes for the Montreal Impact to take a shot on goal during Saturday’s preseason match at Exploria Stadium. But the lack of action did nothing to lull goalkeeper Pedro Gallese, who was eager to prove himself during his first outing on his new home pitch.
After a sleepy start without a single shot on goal, Montreal broke open a counter attack and Gallese sprang into action. He swatted away the initial shot, then stopped a rebounding shot from point blank range while still on his knees. The sudden pair of saves made an impression.