LAFC turned the fifteenth workforce to win MLS Cup with a 3-0 penalty shootout victory over the Philadelphia Union on Saturday.
Over an unbelievable 120 minutes of soccer, the Black and Gold had been twice pushed again after taking the lead earlier than snatching a shootout within the remaining moments via none aside from Gareth Bale.
Banc of California Stadium held its breath.
Again-up goalkeeper John McCarthy – who got here in late for the injured and red-carded Maxime Crepeau – earned his place in LAFC folklore with two saves in opposition to his hometown membership, whereas Denis Bouanga, Ryan Hollingshead, and Ilie Sanchez delivered the products to assist the Black and Gold seal a Supporters’ Protect and MLS Cup double.
Crown ‘em. 👑@LAFC are your 2022 #MLSCup champions! pic.twitter.com/qzrtlgn4lq
— Main League Soccer (@MLS) November 5, 2022
It is the primary time LAFC have ever gained MLS Cup, however who do they be a part of on this prestigious group of champions?
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