'It is the first time I have scored a goal'?

This statement is correct, but why do we have to use present perfect? Since it is the first time, shouldnt it be simple present tense? Present perfect

This statement is correct, but why do we have to use present perfect? Since it is the first time, shouldn't it be simple present tense? Present perfect is an action that happened in the past but still continues in the future. In this case, the person only scored a goal at that time he said it, he did not score any goal previously. Someone please clarify my doubts, thank you.

or:This statement is correct, but why do we have to use present perfect? Since it is the first time, shouldn't it be simple present tense? Present perfect is an action that happened in the past but still continues in the future. In this case, the person only scored a goal at that time he said it, he did not score any goal previously. Someone please clarify my doubts, thank you.

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