The LA Galaxy continually tested Houston goalkeeper Steve Clark but he stood tall for about 30 minutes. Chicharito missed a sitter and hit the post, Grandsir hit the keeper, and it seemed like it was one of those games with lots and lots of industry but no finishing. The the Galaxy’s possession finally paid out with a couple of great runs and great finishes. Riqui Puig (along with Grandsir) finally made it count with a goal after standing all alone in the box. Then Chicharito finished a fantastic Brugman pass.
Game over. The Galaxy didn’t look back after that point, finally taking care of a team that wasn’t in their echelon after a defensive error.