LA Galaxy claimed the MLS Cup presented by Audi with a 2-1 victory over New York Red Bulls on Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park, securing the championship with two early goals.
Joseph Paintsil opened the scoring in the 9′, finishing from the center of the box after assists from Gastón Brugman and Edwin Cerrillo. The Galaxy doubled their advantage just four minutes later when Dejan Joveljic converted in the 13′, set up by Marco Delgado.
New York responded in the 28′ as Sean Nealis pulled one back from the center of the box, cutting the deficit to 2-1 and sparking a sustained push from the visitors.
The second half featured drama at both ends. Miki Yamane struck the right post for LA Galaxy in the 65′, while Emil Forsberg hit the same post for New York in the 72′. Both goalkeepers made crucial saves to preserve the scoreline.
New York pressed desperately in stoppage time, with Cory Burke and Elias Manoel forcing saves in the 90+3′ and 90+5′, but LA Galaxy held firm to seal the title.
WATCH: Joseph Paintsil gives LA Galaxy early MLS Cup lead
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