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Marco Reus Faces Fitness Race Ahead of MLS Cup Final

The LA Galaxy star's participation in Saturday's championship against New York Red Bulls remains uncertain due to a recent injury.

  • Marco Reus, now playing for LA Galaxy, suffered an adductor injury during the MLS Western Conference semifinal against Seattle Sounders on December 1, casting doubt on his availability for the final.
  • The 35-year-old midfielder has resumed light training but stated that his readiness for the final will be a last-minute decision, calling it a 'race against time.'
  • The MLS Cup final will take place on Saturday at LA Galaxy's home stadium, where they face New York Red Bulls, led by German coach Sandro Schwarz.
  • Reus, who joined LA Galaxy earlier this year, is seeking his first major league title after finishing as a runner-up multiple times during his career with Borussia Dortmund.
  • New York Red Bulls, featuring key player Emil Forsberg, are aiming for their first MLS championship, having last reached the final in 2008.
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