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Laba displays scoring chops in 'Caps 4-2 win over LA Galaxy

VANCOUVER, BC - Matias Laba was the unlikely two-goal hero for Vancouver Whitecaps FC in their come from behind 4-2 victory over LA Galaxy on Saturday night.

The defensive midfielder had just two MLS goals before his brace at BC Place, showing only glimpses of attacking prowess in his previous 3 1/2 seasons.

But Laba looked a different player against LA when new addition Tony Tchani came on as a 64th-minute sub. Three minutes later, Laba scored the 'Caps go-ahead goal.

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Coincidence?