Riqui Puig will miss the MLS Cup due to an ACL injury.
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Riqui Puig kicks the ball against the Seattle Sounders during the first half of the MLS Western Conference final at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Galaxy midfielder Riqui Puig suffered a torn ACL in his left knee in last night’s Western Conference final and will miss Saturday’s MLS Cup.
The club confirmed the injury after Puig underwent an MRI Sunday morning. He will undergo surgery at a later date. According to the Galaxy, Puig sustained the injury early in the second half. He had the assist on Dejan Joveljić’s game-winning goal in the 85th minute. Puig was seen limping during the on-field celebration after Saturday night’s victory. After the game he said in an Instagram post: “The team and fans were amazing tonight! Thank you for all your messages and support! Hope nothing serious and we look on to Saturday.
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