LA Galaxy roars for a 2-2 draw with LAFC in a series of rivalry

LOS ANGELES (AP) After only two games between the LA Galaxy and the expansion of Los Angeles FC, this new and delicious MLS rivalry already has a distinct flavor.

LAFC is a thriving powerhouse, without fear of its pedigree rivals and able to

And as Ola Kamara demonstrated in the final minutes of Thursday night's game, the Galaxy really knows how to finish.

Kamara scored in the 86th minute after a dramatic turnaround by André Horta in his MLS debut, and The Galaxy rebounded after a two-goal deficit for a 2-2 draw against LAFC in the second edition of the Los Angeles derby already nicknamed "El Trafico".

Carlos Vela and Lee Nguyen scored in the first half for LAFC, but Romain Alessandrini responded for the galaxy in the 82nd minute. Kamara then jumped on a terrible back pbad from Horta, a 21-year-old Portuguese designated player widely expected to become a star.

Kamara rounded goaltender Tyler Miller and tapped in the tying goal. For the second time in a row, the Galaxy had rallied late to a multi-goal deficit to steal points at the CFLA

"We all really want to win this game, and certainly not lose it," he said. Kamara. "This is the game that has the highest intensity, and also the (highest) quality of the players.It's very fun."

The return match almost experienced the first unforgettable encounter between the powerful Galaxy and LAFC expansion on March 31. This match was marked by the MLS debut of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who quickly became a ripped substitute. "scored the tying goal and earned goals in the 39, amazing Galaxy rally from a deficit of three goals for a 4-3 win.

Ibrahimovic did not score in the rematch despite his game and his dangerous appearance. of that, the LAFC showed its impressive composure for a first-year club by taking a fast lead – and the veteran Galaxy showed their impressive ability to return.

Although the draw celebrations are naturally more The draw was clearly a loss in ur the LAFC, which has to wait until August 24 to have another chance to win its first win on the Galaxy. "It's a derby, and everyone has to fight until the end," CFAA coach Bob Bradley said. "We only have to blame ourselves."

Herald Horta, who arrived in Los Angeles from Portugal last month, came into play in the second half shortly after Diomande hit the post in the 76th minute. Horta hit the galaxy pole with a shot moments after her dismal business figure, but no team could break the draw in the last frantic minutes

"Andre Horta is going to be a very, very good player for us. "I feel bad for him, but he is young. He's been waiting for a long time to have his chance, but obviously it's a very bad decision for him to play the ball so far.

LAFC (10-5-6) still remained undefeated at the Banc of California Stadium, while The Galaxy extended his unbeaten run to eight games

Vela scored on a header in the seventh minute, and Nguyen was added his first goal for LAFC on a sneaky free kick later in the first half, and Vela was not happy with his eighth MLS goal afterwards

"If the match lasted another 5 minutes we would have The fans of both teams have shown that this rivalry has already acquired a distinct flavor and a palpable advantage.The fans of both teams arrived at the stadium downtown well before Hour of the match wearing the colors of the team and singing loudly, but with little apparent conflict

The stadium was packed at the time of the match with fans who overcame LA traffic from the rivalry.

The LAFC received a n fan support since his first match of a core of several thousand fans and many other fans. and Bradley's appealing style of play. The Galaxie's support is well established among the 19 million inhabitants of Southland after winning a record five MLS titles and employing a long series of superstars from David Beckham to Landon Donovan.