match recap
LA GALAXY ADVANCE
By Juan Hernandez Mar 17, 2025
GALAXY CELEBRATING GOAL. PHOTOGRAPHY: @JHVIZUALZ
LA Galaxy vs. Herediano: Concacaf Champions Cup Match Recap
Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California
Match Overview
LA Galaxy triumphed 4-1 over Costa Rican club C.S. Herediano in the second leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 tie. The victory secured a 4-2 aggregate score, allowing the Galaxy to advance to the quarterfinals. This dominant performance followed a 1-0 deficit from the first leg, and the Galaxy put on a commanding display in front of their home crowd.
LA GALAXY TEAM PHOTO. PHOTOGRAPHY: @JHVIZUALZ
Match Highlights
First Half: Galaxy Take Control
23rd Minute: Julián Aude opened the scoring for LA Galaxy, giving them a 1-0 lead.
43rd Minute: Miguel Berry doubled the lead just before halftime with a well-executed goal, bringing the score to 2-0.
Second Half: Galaxy Extend Their Lead
58th Minute: Gabriel Pec added a third goal for the Galaxy, making it 3-0.
85th Minute: Herediano's José De Jesus Gonzalez scored a late goal, but it was merely a consolation as the Galaxy continued to dominate.
88th Minute: Christian Ramírez sealed the victory with a fourth goal, making the final score 4-1.
GABRIEL PEC. PHOTOGRAPHY: @JHVIZUALZ
Key Performances
Julián Aude: The young defender's early goal set the tone for the Galaxy's commanding performance.
Miguel Berry: His first-half goal was crucial in extending the Galaxy’s momentum.
Gabriel Pec: Pec’s goal highlighted his ability to make a difference in the midfield and attack.
Christian Ramírez: Ramírez's late strike underlined his importance as a reliable forward for the Galaxy.
HARBOR MILLER BATTLING. PHOTOGRAPHY: @JHVIZUALZ
Looking Ahead
The LA Galaxy will now face Tigres UANL in the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Champions Cup. This highly anticipated matchup will pit the reigning MLS champions against one of Liga MX's strongest teams. Fans can look forward to an exciting battle as the Galaxy continue their quest for continental glory.
RAMIREZ GOAL CELEBRATION . PHOTOGRAPHY: @JHVIZUALZ