MLS Cup Finalists to Be Decided as Galaxy Face Sounders, Red Bulls Battle Orlando
The Western and Eastern Conference finals will determine which teams advance to the MLS Cup on December 7.
- The LA Galaxy, aiming for their sixth MLS Cup title, host the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference final at Dignity Health Sports Park.
- The Galaxy have been dominant offensively, scoring a record 15 goals in three playoff games, while the Sounders boast the league's best defense, conceding only 35 goals during the regular season.
- Seattle enters the match with a strong defensive record but faces injuries to key players, including Paul Rothrock and Yeimar Gomez, which could impact their lineup.
- In the Eastern Conference final, Orlando City SC is seeking its first MLS Cup final appearance as they host the New York Red Bulls at Inter&Co Stadium.
- The Red Bulls, the first No. 7 seed to reach the final, rely on standout performances from Andres Reyes and Carlos Coronel, while Orlando hopes to capitalize on home-field advantage and strong form under coach Oscar Pareja.