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Asistente Técnico Carlos Llamosa
Chivas USA clinched a spot in the MLS Cup Playoffs for the fourth consecutive season with a 2-0 victory over the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday night at The Home Depot Center. With the win, the Red-and-White (13-9-5, 44 points) moved into a three-way tie for first place in the Western Conference alongside the Houston Dynamo and the LA Galaxy.
Sacha Kljestan starred on the offensive side of the ball for Chivas USA, setting up the team’s first goal in the 72nd minute, when rebound from a free kick was collected by Yamith Cuesta, who played the ball to Justin Braun for the goal. Just three minutes later, Kljestan took a through ball from Eduardo Lillingston and finished a low shot for his fifth goal of the year, matching his career high.
Chivas USA’s Zach Thornton celebrated his 36th birthday with another performance that strengthened his case for an MLS Goalkeeper of the Year title. The keeper earned his league-leading 12th shutout of the season and lowered his MLS-best goals against average to a miniscule 0.72, making two saves on the night.
With the Red-and-White clinching a spot in the postseason, the team now has playoff tickets on sale with prices at the same rates as the regular season. Great seats start as low as $15; fans can purchase tickets by visiting cdchivasusa.com, or by calling 1-877-CHIVAS-1.
Chivas USA has three matches left in the regular season, starting with a home match against San Jose on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. PT. The Red-and-White then visit the Chicago Fire on Thursday, Oct. 22 before returning to The Home Depot Center for Fan Appreciation Day on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 12:00 noon PT.
Chivas USA Head Coach Preki, on tonight’s match: “It was nice to get the three points and officially qualify for the playoffs, but we still have three games left and we want to finish strong.”
Next league home game: Chivas USA vs. San Jose Earthquakes, Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. PT at The Home Depot Center. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please call 1-877-CHIVAS-1 or visit cdchivasusa.com.
PHOTO: Juan Miranda
