Galaxy Thrash Rapids 5-0 To Open MLS Cup Playoff Series
LA Dominates Colorado With Key Goals In Every Half
The LA Galaxy kicked off their 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs campaign with a resounding 5-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids on Monday night at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Galaxy wasted little time in taking control of the match, with Efrain Alvarez scoring the opening goal in just the 4th minute.
Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez doubled the lead in the 28th minute, and the Galaxy took a commanding 3-0 advantage into halftime when Riqui Puig scored in the 40th minute.
Galaxy Maintain Control In Second Half
The Galaxy continued to dominate in the second half, with Dejan Joveljic scoring in the 62nd minute and Douglas Costa adding another in the 80th minute to complete the rout.
The win gives the Galaxy a significant advantage heading into the second leg of the Western Conference Semifinals, which will be played in Colorado on Sunday, October 30.
Galaxy Thrash Rapids 5-0 In MLS Cup Playoffs Opener
Los Angeles, Calif. – The LA Galaxy opened their 2022 MLS Cup Playoffs campaign with a resounding 5-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids on Monday night at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Galaxy wasted little time in taking control of the match, with Efrain Alvarez scoring the opening goal in just the 4th minute.
Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez doubled the lead in the 28th minute, and the Galaxy took a commanding 3-0 advantage into halftime when Riqui Puig scored in the 40th minute.
The Galaxy continued to dominate in the second half, with Dejan Joveljic scoring in the 62nd minute and Douglas Costa adding another in the 80th minute to complete the rout.
The win gives the Galaxy a significant advantage heading into the second leg of the Western Conference Semifinals, which will be played in Colorado on Sunday, October 30.
Key Stats
- The Galaxy outshot the Rapids 21-5, including 10-2 in shots on target.
- The Galaxy had a 66% possession advantage.
- The Galaxy won 10 corners to the Rapids’ 1.
Post-Match Quotes
“We’re very happy with the performance tonight,” said Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney. “We started the game very well, and we were able to create a lot of chances. We were clinical in front of goal, and we defended very well. It was a good start to the playoffs.”
“We’re not going to get ahead of ourselves,” said Galaxy captain Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez. “It’s only the first leg, and we still have a lot of work to do. But we’re confident in our team, and we’re looking forward to the second leg in Colorado.”
What’s Next?
The Galaxy will travel to Colorado for the second leg of the Western Conference Semifinals on Sunday, October 30. The match will be played at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colorado.
