Greg Vanney has harnessed the potential of his talented lineup through a calm coaching approach that has Galaxy one win away from a sixth MLS Cup title.
MLS Cup is a chance for LA Galaxy to become the league’s glamour club again
The club of David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Robbie Keane has been through a downturn. A sixth title would restore some shine
As Major League Soccer moved into a new age with Inter Miami’s signing of Lionel Messi last year, the LA Galaxy had seemingly been left behind as a relic of different era. The club of David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Robbie Keane failed to make the playoffs for the fifth time in seven seasons. Supporters protested against the Galaxy’s leadership and boycotted matches. MLS’s original glamour club had lost its shine.
Now, though, the Galaxy are just one game from a record sixth MLS Cup title with Greg Vanney’s team hosting the New York Red Bulls in Saturday’s championship decider. Ten years after they last lifted the trophy, the Galaxy have the opportunity to reassert their standing as the league’s marquee franchise while Messi and Co watch from home.
Continue reading...Galaxy will lean on other stars, brace for the Red Bulls’ pressure in the MLS Cup final
The absence of injured Galaxy star Riqui Puig will alter the MLS Cup final, with the Red Bulls pushing to neutralize the rest of the Galaxy's attack.
Messi Fueled 13% MLS Sponsorship Rise in 2024, Report Says
The Lionel Messi tide continues to lift all boats in MLS when it comes to attracting new sponsorships. Ahead of Saturday’s MLS Cup, SponsorUnited released its latest report on MLS marketing partnerships, which found sponsorship dollars for the league and its clubs rose to $665 million in 2024, up 13% from a year ago and …
How will the Galaxy offset the loss of Riqui Puig in MLS Cup final?
The Galaxy are definitely going to have a different look and feel without Riqui Puig available to play in the MLS Cup final against the New York Red Bulls.
Galaxy’s return to MLS Cup final began with a boycott
Loyal fans had seen enough of the Galaxy's mediocrity and an orchestrated boycott got the attention of the team's ownership, which made critical changes.
Man City continue to falter, Christian Pulisic can’t be stopped, MLS Cup final is set & Rápido Reactions!
Christian and Alexis break down Manchester City’s loss to Liverpool. They also react to Christian Pulisic’s continued hot streak and what it may means for the American’s future. Then, Christian and Alexis recap the MLS conference finals and look ahead to an exciting MLS Cup Final. Later, Christian and Alexis run back another rendition of Rápido Reactions.
Major League Soccer history: MLS Cup all-time winners, Supporters Shield victors, more
The 2024 MLS season is nearly in the books, with Supporters Shield winners Inter Miami exiting the MLS Cup Playoffs early despite the best efforts of Lionel Messi.
LA Galaxy 2-1 New York Red Bulls: Galaxy hold serve at home, win sixth MLS Cup
These sides are an even 21W-9D-21L in their all-time series as New York Red Bulls seek a first MLS Cup against a Galaxy side seeking cup No. 6.
Galaxy playmaker Riqui Puig suffers torn ACL in Western Conference final
The Galaxy will compete in the MLS Cup final without star scorer Riqui Puig, who suffered a torn ACL during the Western Conference final Saturday.
MLS Cup final set as LA Galaxy to host surprise package New York Red Bulls
- Galaxy and Red Bulls reach final with Saturday wins
- Andres Reyes powers New York to 1-0 win over Orlando
- Dejan Joveljić lifts Los Angeles in 1-0 win over Seattle
The Los Angeles Galaxy will host the New York Red Bulls in the MLS Cup final after the pair won their conference championship games on Saturday.
The Red Bulls will have a chance to win their first MLS Cup title after a 1-0 win at Orlando City.
Continue reading...Dejan Joveljic’s late goal clinches Galaxy win over Sounders, spot in MLS Cup final
The Galaxy probed the stout Seattle defense before Dejan Jovelic scored in the 86th minute, beating the Sounders and clinching a spot in the MLS Cup final.
New York Red Bulls advance to MLS Cup, and drive home the randomness of these playoffs
The New York Red Bulls won only 11 of their 34 MLS regular season games. They beat Orlando in the Eastern Conference final Saturday, and will play for a title next weekend.
Galaxy GM Will Kuntz, who honed championship traits with the Yankees, eyes an MLS Cup
Former Yankees scouting director Will Kuntz has molded the Galaxy into an MLS Cup contender since becoming the club's general manager 18 months ago.
Javier Mascherano, former teammate of Lionel Messi, hired as new Inter Miami head coach
Mascherano replaces Tata Martino, who stepped down last week due to personal reasons.