After shocking upsets, heroic defending and explosive offenses, MLS Cup 2024 presented by Audi is officially set.
LA Galaxy emerged from the Western Conference and will host Eastern Conference underdogs New York Red Bulls, vying for the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy on Saturday afternoon at Dignity Health Sports Park.
Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoff Results
- Round One: 2-0 series win vs. Colorado Rapids
- Western Conference Semifinal: 6-2 win vs. Minnesota United FC
- Western Conference Final: 1-0 win vs. Seattle Sounders FC
Players to Watch
Gabriel Pec (F): The Galaxy boast perhaps the most impressive attack in MLS, led by Newcomer of the Year Gabriel Pec. The Brazilian winger has tallied 19g/16a across the regular season and playoffs.
Dejan Jovelić (F): Dejan Jovelić (5g/2a) is LA’s leading goalscorer in the playoffs and bagged the game-winner in the 1-0 Western Conference Final win over Seattle. The Serbian striker has 20 goals across all competitions this season.
Joseph Paintsil (F): Joseph Paintsil completes the Galaxy’s front line, netting 10g/10a in the regular season. The Ghanaian international winger has added another 3g/1a in the playoffs.
Marco Reus (M): LA will be without superstar midfielder Riqui Puig, who injured his left ACL (knee) against Seattle. If fit, look for summer signing Marco Reus (1g/3a) to step in, as the German legend hopes to have his Hollywood moment.
Maya Yoshida (D): While LA’s potent attack has drawn much of the headlines, their defense has posted two shutouts during this playoff run. Center back Maya Yoshida (2g/1) has started every match, leading the Galaxy backline alongside Emiro Garcés.
Miki Yamane (D): Miki Yamane has quietly shined at right back since arriving in January. The Japanese international started 33 games and added six assists, as well as two during the postseason.
MLS Cup history
LA are the most successful club in league history, winning a record five MLS Cups. In their 29-year history, the Galaxy have reached the championship games 10 times (most in MLS).
However, it’s been 10 years since the Galaxy last won MLS Cup: a 2-1 extra-time win over the New England…
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