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October 10, 2024
Seven Leagues Cup matches occurred on Sunday evening, with several teams vying to secure their spots in the Round of 32. Here isHere’s a summary of all the excitement and tension that unfolded.
The evening kicked off with a lackluster 0-0 stalemate between Atlanta United and Santos Laguna, leading to a penalty shootout to determine the winner. Unfortunately for the MLS side, they faltered again, resulting in their elimination at the hands of a team that had not tasted victory in 12 consecutive matches.
In addition, penalties were used for three other games, though the stakes were lower. Ten-man Orlando City struck first in a closely contested 1-1 draw with San Luis, ultimately triumphing in the shootout to secure the top position in their group.
Philadelphia Union’s reliable standout, Dániel Gazdag, netted an equalizer in the 88th minute, marking their sole shot on target. However, he later missed his penalty kick, while Cruz Azul successfully converted all five of theirs following a 1-1 draw.
In another matchup, FC Juárez, a third Liga MX team, triumphed in a penalty shootout (4-1) after staging a comeback in a thrilling contest against St. Louis, which ended in a 1-1 stalemate.
Meanwhile, one of the few teams to secure a regulation victory was Toronto FC, which celebrated its first-ever League Cup win with a 2-1 defeat of Pachuca. Kobe Franklin’s inaugural goal for the club proved to be the decisive factor in this match.
The late matches showcased an exciting clash between Chivas and LA Galaxy. Unfortunately, Chicharito was sidelined due to an injury sustained during warm-ups, preventing his return.
The MLS side believed they had orchestrated a thrilling 2-1 comeback until Cade Cowell scored an equalizer in the 91st minute, ultimately leading to Chivas’s exit in the penalty shootout.
In another thrilling encounter, Necaxa netted three unanswered goals to seize the top spot from Seattle Sounders with a 3-1 victory. This defeat marks only the third loss for the MLS team at Lumen Field this season, having played 15 matches there.
The top accolade goes to LA Galaxy for their exceptional team play. A deft backheel flick in the build-up combined with a brilliant through ball from Riqui Puig? Simply flawless.
An honorable mention goes to Lorenzo Insigne, who orchestrated an outstanding goal for Toronto FC.
While many stars shone brightly on Sunday, the standout performance belongs to Pedro Gallese. The goalkeeper faced a staggering 23 shots and made a crucial save during the shootout, playing a pivotal role in helping the 10-man Orlando City triumph.
Following their victory over Atlanta United, Santos Laguna advanced alongside D.C. United will meet the eventual champion of Group East 1 in the next stage. Toronto FC secured the top position but will encounter a challenging matchup against Inter Miami in the upcoming round. Meanwhile, Pachuca will face Tigres.
Despite their loss, Philadelphia Union finished first in their group ahead of Cruz Azul. Additionally, Orlando City’s determination allowed them to claim the top spot over CF Montreal, while San Luis was eliminated.
In the upcoming round, Orlando City will face Cruz Azul, while Montreal will face the Philadelphia Union.
Juárez secured the top position in their group and will compete against either León or the Colorado Rapids. Thanks to the seeding, St. Louis will host the Portland Timbers.
Minnesota United was officially eliminated from the tournament in the later matches, while Necaxa and the Seattle Sounders advanced to the next stage.
Liga MX heavyweights Chivas also fell short, as LA Galaxy topped their group and the San Jose Earthquakes secured second place.
Looking ahead, Necaxa will face San Jose, and the Sounders will go up against the Galaxy.
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Katarzyna Nowak is a seasoned writer with over five years of experience in editorial content, news reporting, and football sportsbook app reviews. As an author for Football News Today, she combines her deep understanding of the sports betting industry with a passion for football, delivering insightful and accurate content that keeps readers informed and engaged.
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