Joseph Paintsil stars for LA Galaxy with goal and two assists in win over Portland Timbers
Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil starred with a goal and two assists as LA Galaxy edged past Portland Timbers 3-2 in a thrilling Major League Soccer clash on Sunday dawn, marking match day 26 of the 2024 season.Paintsil, 26, showcased his dynamic skills throughout the match, bolstering his impressive season tally to eight goals and seven assists in 22 appearances within the MLS Western Conference.The game burst into life when Gabriel Pec opened the scoring for LA Galaxy in the 38th minute, courtesy of a pinpoint assist from Paintsil.The duo's synergy continued early in the second half, as Paintsil set up former Barcelona midfielder Riqui Puig in the 48th minute to double their advantage.Portland Timbers responded swiftly with Jonathan Rodriguez finding the net in the 52nd minute, narrowing the deficit.However, Paintsil swiftly restored LA Galaxy's two-goal cushion just six minutes later with his eighth goal of the season.Although Santiago Moreno pulled one back for Portland in the 73rd minute, LA Galaxy managed to hold onto their lead, securing a crucial victory and three valuable points.The result solidifies LA Galaxy's position at the summit of the MLS standings, amassing 49 points after the conclusion of...
Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil starred with a goal and two assists as LA Galaxy edged past Portland Timbers 3-2 in a thrilling Major League Soccer clash on Sunday dawn, marking match day 26 of the 2024 season.
Paintsil, 26, showcased his dynamic skills throughout the match, bolstering his impressive season tally to eight goals and seven assists in 22 appearances within the MLS Western Conference.
The game burst into life when Gabriel Pec opened the scoring for LA Galaxy in the 38th minute, courtesy of a pinpoint assist from Paintsil.
The duo's synergy continued early in the second half, as Paintsil set up former Barcelona midfielder Riqui Puig in the 48th minute to double their advantage.
Portland Timbers responded swiftly with Jonathan Rodriguez finding the net in the 52nd minute, narrowing the deficit.
However, Paintsil swiftly restored LA Galaxy's two-goal cushion just six minutes later with his eighth goal of the season.
Although Santiago Moreno pulled one back for Portland in the 73rd minute, LA Galaxy managed to hold onto their lead, securing a crucial victory and three valuable points.
The result solidifies LA Galaxy's position at the summit of the MLS standings, amassing 49 points after the conclusion of match week 26.
