Los Angeles FC and Columbus Crew Set for Leagues Cup Final Showdown

Los Angeles FC (LAFC) and the Columbus Crew will face off in the Leagues Cup final after both teams secured decisive victories in their semi-final matches on Wednesday. LAFC dominated the Colorado Rapids with a 4-0 win in California, while the Crew triumphed over the Philadelphia Union with a 3-1 victory in Ohio. This final will be a rematch of last season’s MLS Cup, which the Crew won. In LAFC's match, Polish forward Mateusz Bogusz opened the scoring in the 42nd minute, followed by a goal from veteran striker Kei Kamara just two minutes later. Denis Bouanga extended the lead with a goal in the 59th minute, marking his sixth of the tournament. English midfielder Lewis O’Brien capped off the rout with a left-footed shot in the 75th minute, solidifying LAFC's place in the final. Meanwhile, the Columbus Crew took control early against the Union, with Diego Rossi scoring the first goal in the 12th minute. Although the Union equalized shortly after, Rossi quickly restored the Crew's lead just before halftime. He later assisted Cucho Hernandez, who sealed the victory with a third goal in the 53rd minute. Rossi's performance has made him a standout in the tournament, tying for the top scorer alongside Bouanga. As both teams prepare for the final, fans can expect an exciting clash between two formidable sides, each looking to claim the Leagues Cup title.