Seven Leagues Cup video games have been on the schedule Sunday night as extra groups regarded to cement their place within the Spherical of 32. Here’s a recap of all of the drama.
What occurred
The primary match of the night time noticed a uninteresting 0-0 draw between Atlanta United and Santos Laguna, which pressured the match to penalties. The MLS aspect failed as soon as once more and subsequently bowed out to a membership with out a win in 12 consecutive video games.
Three different video games went to penalties however didn’t have as a lot at stake. Ten-man Orlando Metropolis scored first in a 1-1 draw with San Luis earlier than profitable on spot kicks for first within the group.
Philadelphia Union’s regular hero, Dániel Gazdag, scored an 88th-minute equalizer (their solely shot heading in the right direction) however then missed his penalty as Cruz Azul transformed all 5 after a 1-1 draw.
A 3rd Liga MX aspect in FC Juárez additionally received on penalties (4-1) after combating again in a thriller in opposition to St. Louis for a 1-1 draw.
In the meantime, one of many solely winners in regulation time noticed Toronto FC earn their first ever Leagues Cup victory after a 2-1 win over Pachuca. Kobe Franklin’s first aim for the membership proved decisive.
The late matches then featured the blockbuster exhibiting as Chivas and LA Galaxy went face to face. One Chicharito was denied his return on account of an harm in warm-up.
The MLS aspect thought they’d pulled off a 2-1 comeback till Cade Cowell equalized within the 91st minute. Chivas ultimately crashed out on penalties.
¡Qué cabezazo del vaquero!
Cade Cowell pone el empate en los últimos minutos ⚽️
Lastly, three unanswered objectives noticed Necaxa steal the highest spot from Seattle Sounders following a 3-1 consequence. It’s simply the third loss for the MLS aspect in 15 matches at Lumen Area this yr.
1-1 right here within the Emerald Metropolis
Second of the night time
This good workforce transfer from LA Galaxy earns this award. A backheel flick within the build-up and a visionary via ball from Riqui Puig? Perfecto.
Honourable point out to Lorenzo Insigne for additionally masterminding a superb aim for TFC.
Participant of the night time
Loads of stars have been at their finest on Sunday, however the honour goes to Pedro Gallese. The goalkeeper confronted 23 pictures and made a save within the shootout to assist 10-man Orlando prevail.
Aug 4, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Metropolis goalkeeper Pedro Gallese (1) saves a penalty kick in opposition to the Atletico de San Luis tie breaker throughout the Leagues Cup group stage at INTER&CO Stadium. Obligatory Credit score: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports activities
What this implies
After eliminating Atlanta United, Santos moved on alongside D.C United and can face the eventual winner of Group East 1.
TFC completed within the prime spot however nonetheless faces a troublesome check in opposition to Inter Miami within the subsequent spherical. Pachuca, in the meantime, will face Tigres.
Regardless of dropping, Philadelphia Union completed prime forward of Cruz Azul. In the meantime, Orlando Metropolis’s perseverance additionally helped them end first forward of CF Montreal and San Luis bowed out.
The following spherical sees Orlando Metropolis versus Cruz Azul and Montreal battle the Union.
Juárez claimed the highest spot and can face both León or Colorado Rapids. As a result of seeding, St. Louis will now host Portland Timbers.
August 4, 2024; Carson, California, USA; Guadalajara ahead Ronaldo Cisneros (18) takes a shot on aim in opposition to LA Galaxy defender Eriq Zavaleta (15) throughout the first half at Dignity Well being Sports activities Park. Obligatory Credit score: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports activities
Within the late video games, Minnesota United was formally eradicated, as Necaxa and the Sounders moved on.
Liga MX giants Chivas then crashed out as LA Galaxy completed prime of their group and San Jose Earthquakes held on for second.
Chivas and Monterrey each get grouped on this years Leagues Cup.
Trying forward, Necaxa face San Jose, and the Sounders tackle the Galaxy.
What comes subsequent
Monday night time sees the group stage motion wrap-up with 5 video games on the schedule.
Spherical of 32 motion then kicks off on August 8, and we’ll have all of the drama for you!
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