Ghana striker Joseph Paintsil became the hero for LA Galaxy during their Saturday night clash against Vancouver. The 26-year-old forward netted two goals as his team crushed their opponents 3-0 at home. Matheus Nascimento had already put Galaxy ahead within the opening two minutes of play. The early strike gave the hosts a perfect start heading into the break.
Paintsil took control after halftime and doubled his team's advantage just past the hour mark. Former Borussia Dortmund star Marco Reus provided the crucial pass for the Ghanaian's first goal. The striker completed his double thirteen minutes later from the penalty spot. His calm finish from twelve yards sealed a dominant performance for the California club.
This victory marked just the second league win for LA Galaxy this season. The team had struggled badly with six draws and thirteen losses before this breakthrough result. Paintsil's clinical finishing turned around what had been a disappointing campaign for the Major League Soccer side. The comprehensive victory will boost confidence as Galaxy look to climb the table. Vancouver left empty-handed after failing to trouble their hosts throughout the match.
Paintsil took control after halftime and doubled his team's advantage just past the hour mark. Former Borussia Dortmund star Marco Reus provided the crucial pass for the Ghanaian's first goal. The striker completed his double thirteen minutes later from the penalty spot. His calm finish from twelve yards sealed a dominant performance for the California club.
This victory marked just the second league win for LA Galaxy this season. The team had struggled badly with six draws and thirteen losses before this breakthrough result. Paintsil's clinical finishing turned around what had been a disappointing campaign for the Major League Soccer side. The comprehensive victory will boost confidence as Galaxy look to climb the table. Vancouver left empty-handed after failing to trouble their hosts throughout the match.
