Paintsil on Fire as LA Galaxy Advance in Leagues Cup
Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil continued his impressive form in the United States, netting for LA Galaxy in their thrilling League Cup encounter against Guadalajara which ended 2-2.
The 26-year-old’s 11th-minute strike proved crucial as the game eventually went to penalties, with the MLS side emerging victorious 5-4 to book their spot in the round of 32.
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions. Guadalajara opened the scoring early through Alan Mozo, but Paintsil responded swiftly to level the score.
Gabriel Pec put LA Galaxy ahead, but a late equalizer from Cade Cowell forced the shootout.
Paintsil’s spot-kick proved decisive as LA Galaxy advanced to face Seattle Sounders in the next round.
The former KRC Genk star has quickly become a fan favorite since joining the Californian outfit in February, with nine goals and seven assists already to his name.