Los Angeles Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil celebrates after scoring during the first half of the MLS Cup championship soccer match against the New York Red Bulls, Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)
Los Angeles Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil, left, is defended by New York Red Bulls midfielder Peter Stroud (5) during the second half of the MLS Cup championship soccer match Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)
Los Angeles Galaxy forward Dejan Joveljic, center, shoots and scores during the first half of the MLS Cup championship soccer match against the New York Red Bulls, Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)
Los Angeles Galaxy forward Dejan Joveljic celebrates after scoring a goal during the first half of the MLS Cup championship soccer match against the New York Red Bulls, Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)