LA Galaxy Vs Seattle Sounders FC Highlights, Leagues Cup Semi-Final: Pedro, Rosario Goals Seal Final Spot For The Rave

Good morning, football fans! The second semi-final between LA Galaxy and Seattle Sounders FC is slated to kick off at 8:15 AM IST in California. Stay tuned for the pre-match updates and lineups as they are released.

Here are the playing XIs for the second semi-final.

The first half is about to begin as the lineups are announced and players complete their final warm-ups on the pitch, ready to kick off the action.

The match starts with early intensity, featuring fouls and free kicks on both sides. Joseph Paintsil and Mauricio Cuevas win free kicks for LA Galaxy, while Alex Roldan and Jesús Ferreira concede fouls for Seattle. Miguel Berry is caught offside, and Osaze De Rosario tests the goalkeeper with a saved shot from close range.

Goal! Pedro de la Vega gives Seattle Sounders FC the lead, slotting a right-footed shot from the centre of the box into the bottom left corner, putting LA Galaxy 0-1 down.

Diego Fagúndez of LA Galaxy receives a yellow card for a reckless challenge, while Obed Vargas wins a free kick for Seattle Sounders FC in the attacking half.

Miguel Berry has struggled to make an impact in the attacking half, while Seattle continues to press forward, probing for openings. The game sees a constant back-and-forth, but neither side has managed to create a truly dangerous opportunity yet.

Joseph Paintsil earns a free kick on the left wing for LA Galaxy following a foul by Alex Roldan. Shortly after, Gabriel Pec tests the goal with a left-footed shot from outside the box, but his effort, assisted by Marco Reus, sails high and wide.

The match sees a flurry of fouls and free kicks in quick succession. Joseph Paintsil and Nouhou Tolo commit fouls for LA Galaxy and Seattle Sounders respectively, while Gabriel Pec and Alex Roldan win free kicks in the defensive half. Paul Rothrock and Julián Aude are both shown yellow cards as tensions rise on the pitch.

The fourth official signals two minutes of added time, as Julián Aude wins a free kick for LA Galaxy in the defensive half following a foul by Gabriel Pec.

Halftime. The first half concludes with the visiting team holding a narrow lead, and both sides are expected to make tactical adjustments and substitutions as they chase goals in the second half.

Goal! Osaze De Rosario gives Seattle Sounders FC a 2-0 lead over LA Galaxy with a close-range right-footed finish to the bottom left corner.

LA Galaxy adjust their lineup to increase attacking threat, bringing on Danny Leyva and Reed Baker-Whiting for Paul Rothrock and Pedro de la Vega, while Seattle Sounders substitute Cristian Ramírez for Berry to boost chances and protect their lead.

Nouhou is sent off after a video review ruled he was unfairly offside and fouled Ramírez, leaving the visitors with 10 men. Seattle make two more changes, with Cristian Roldán and De Rosario exiting after impressive performances, and Kalani Kossa-Rienzi and Snyder Brunell coming on.

There’s extra time! After the full 90 minutes, the referee adds six minutes for lost time, giving the match a tense final stretch, with LA Galaxy needing a near-miracle to turn things around.

It’s over! Seattle Sounders held their ground to secure a 2-0 victory, showcasing solid defense and some brilliant attacking plays, propelling them into the next round with confidence.