An unsung hero stepped up for the LA Galaxy in its Knockout Round match against Real Salt Lake. 22-year-old Emmanuel Boateng scored twice in the Galaxy’s 3-1 victory. Now they take on the Colorado Rapids at home in the first of the two-legged MLS Playoffs Conference Semifinals match.
Los Angeles is pursuing its sixth MLS Cup in franchise history. The Galaxy will have the home crowd behind them as they look to get off to a fast start against arguably on of the best teams in the league. The hosts could possibly get a boost in reinforcements if some of their previously injured stars are able to play on Sunday
On the other side, the Rapids earned a bye from the knockout round after securing the second seed for the playoffs.