The Loons faced off against conference leading clubs in back-to-back matches, taking three points and outscoring those teams 4-3. Now they’ll be taking on perennial MLS Cup contenders LA Galaxy in front of a national audience. Here are three things to keep your eye on Sunday afternoon.
The Man from Marseille
In his first year with LA Galaxy, Romain Alessandrini is making his case for the Newcomer of the Year award. With injuries to fellow midfielders Jermaine Jones and Sebastian Lletget, Alessandrini has taken command of the squad and been a ray of hope in a season that has left much to be desired for Galaxy fans.