USMNT hopeful Timothy Tillman scored an early goal as LAFC edged out the LA Galaxy in a MLS derby clash on Saturday.
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Tillman handed LAFC early lead in the derbyLAFC beat LA Galaxy 2-1LA Galaxy were unbeaten until defeat against city rivalsWHAT HAPPENED?
Tillman broke the deadlock in the fourth minute of the match as he headed the ball into the net from Ilie Sanchez's curling corner after adjusting his body smartly. Julian Aude then netted an equaliser for the LA Galaxy in the 29th minute but six minutes later, Denis Bouanga converted a penalty to seal an important win for LAFC.
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Speaking to reporters after the derby win, LAFC boss Steve Cherundolo said: "Obviously the [LA] Galaxy are quite a potent offense this year and are very dangerous with space in behind. Taking that away does take something away from their attack as well. Which also could possibly open them up for counter attacks, which is one of the weaker parts of their game."
Cherundolo also heaped praise on Tillman as he added: "His [Tillman's] characteristics and behaviors on the field have translated into a very good player for our league, so we're very happy with him, his progression, and again, the performance tonight. He's been through this season, maybe our most consistent performer."
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Up until the derby triumph, LAFC had posted the worst start to a league campaign in the club's history as they had managed to clinch just seven points from their first six games. The Galaxy, on the other hand, headed into Saturday's clash on a six-game unbeaten streak, and will be shell-shocked after the final result.