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CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Gabriel Pec, Joseph Paintsil and Dejan Joveljic each scored a pair of goals Sunday to lead the LA Galaxy past Minnesota United 6-2 and advance to the NBA Finals. Western Conference in MLS.
The Galaxy, the second best team in the West, will host the fourth best team in the sector, the Seattle Sounders, on Saturday for the conference title.
The Los Angeles team set an MLS record, with 15 goals in a period of three postseason games. The Galaxy swept their best-of-three series against Colorado, beating the Rapids 5-0 and 4-1.
Orlando City beat Atlanta United
In Orlando, Ramiro Enrique scored a first-half goal and Orlando City beat Atlanta United 1-0 in an Eastern Conference semifinal at Inter&Co Stadium on Sunday.
Orlando City, in its first trip to the conference final, will host the New York Red Bulls next Saturday or Sunday, with a ticket to the MLS Cup final on December 7 at stake. The Red Bulls have made the playoffs in 14 consecutive seasons, but have never won the Cup.
Atlanta has had the lead in the series during the regular season, with a record of 11-4-7. United won both meetings this regular season, 2-1 on the road and 2-0 at home.
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This story was translated from English by an AP editor with the help of a generative artificial intelligence tool.
**Considering the Galaxy’s explosive offense, how might the Seattle Sounders adjust their defensive tactics to contain them in the Western Conference Final?**
## World Today News Interview: MLS Playoffs Heat Up
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to World Today News. We’re joined today by two soccer experts to discuss the exciting developments in the MLS playoffs. Joining us are [Guest 1 Name], [Guest 1 Affiliation/Expertise], and [Guest 2 Name], [Guest 2 Affiliation/Expertise]. Welcome both of you.
**Guest 1:** Thanks for having me.
**Guest 2:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** Let’s dive right into the action. The LA Galaxy are on fire, smashing records and securing their spot in the Western Conference Final. [Guest 1], what do you attribute this incredible offensive momentum to? Is it down to individual brilliance, tactical mastery, or a combination of factors?
**[Guest 1 response]**
**Interviewer:** [Guest 2], how impressive is it that the Galaxy have scored 15 goals in just three playoff games? Do you think they can keep up this blistering pace against a tough Seattle Sounders team?
**[Guest 2 response]**
**Interviewer:**
**Section 2: Eastern Conference Showdown**
**Interviewer:** Now shifting our focus to the East, Orlando City are making history, reaching their first-ever conference final after a hard-fought win against Atlanta United. [Guest 2], were you surprised by Orlando’s victory, considering Atlanta’s dominant record against them this season?
**[Guest 2 response]**
**Interviewer:** [Guest 1], Orlando City’s Ramiro Enrique has been a key player in their playoff run. What makes Enrique such a valuable asset, and how important will his contributions be against the seasoned New York Red Bulls?
**[Guest 1 response]**
**Interviewer:**
**Section 3: Looking Ahead**
**Interviewer:** The MLS Cup Final is just around the corner. [Guest 2], what matchup are you most excited to see, and who do you think has the edge to win it all?
**[Guest 2 response]**
**Interviewer:** [Guest 1], with the playoffs reaching a fever pitch, how do you see the intensity and excitement level affecting the remaining matches?
**[Guest 1 response]**
**Interviewer:**
Thank you both for your insightful analysis and engaging discussion. We wish all the teams the best of luck as they battle for MLS glory.
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