LA Galaxy defeated Colorado Rapids 4-1 on Friday at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park in the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs, with two stoppage-time goals sealing the victory.
Gabriel Pec opened the scoring in the 8′, finishing from the right wing to give the visitors an early lead. Colorado responded quickly as Oliver Larraz equalized in the 19′ with a right-footed strike from outside the box. The home side nearly took the lead when Andreas Maxsø hit the crossbar in the 38′, but LA Galaxy regained the advantage in the 45+3′ when Joseph Paintsil converted from outside the box, assisted by Maya Yoshida.
Both teams created chances throughout the second half, with Colorado pressing for an equalizer. However, Riqui Puig sealed the result with two late goals, first in the 90+1′ assisted by Diego Fagúndez, then again in the 90+3′ with Gabriel Pec providing the assist.
The victory sends LA Galaxy through to the next round, while Colorado's playoff campaign comes to an end despite their spirited first-half performance.
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