Joseph Paintsil's LA Galaxy pip Seattle Sounders by 1-0 on the early hours of today to emerge 2024 MLS Western Conference champions in a very thrilling final.
The 26-year-old was handed starting berth and he was very impressive having operated very well on the flanks where he kept on moving inside-out, creating lots of spaces for their other forwards and also drove back couple of times to defend when necessary.
The game was really a very tough one for both teams with so much pressure on the Galaticos - who had to wait until the 85th minute to get the breakthrough courtesy Serbian international Dejan Joveljic.
Joseph Paintsil made way for Uruguayan international Diego Fagùndez in the 92nd minute as they serged on to victory after full time. He scored three goals and provided one assist in the playoffs.
LA Galaxy will now face Eastern Conference champions New York Red Bulls in the MLS playoffs final next Saturday, December 7, at the Dignity Health Sports Park.
