LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC: Leagues Cup 2025 Semifinals Preview
The Leagues Cup 2025 Semifinals will see the Los Angeles Galaxy take on Seattle Sounders FC at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, USA. Despite their struggles in league play, the Galaxy, the reigning MLS Cup champions, have shown strength in the Leagues Cup, coming off a 2-1 victory over CF Pachuca in the Quarterfinals. Led by an attacking trio of Marco Reus, Gabriel Pec, and Joseph Painstil, LA Galaxy has scored nine goals in two matches, with striker Matheus Nascimento contributing three goals and an assist.
Seattle Sounders FC has been performing well in Leagues Cup, winning all three Phase One matches in regulation and scoring 11 goals in the process. In the Quarterfinals, the Sounders faced a tough challenge against Club Puebla, resulting in a scoreless draw in regulation. Goalkeeper Andrew Thomas played a crucial role in the penalty shootout, making two saves to help the MLS side advance.
The Galaxy and Sounders have a history of facing each other, with the Sounders securing a 4-0 victory over the Galaxy in their recent league encounter. They also met in the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs semifinals, where the Galaxy emerged victorious with a 1-0 win on their way to winning the league title. The winner of this match will earn a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup and advance to the Leagues Cup Final on Sunday.