LOS ANGELES (DA) — Cherrion Valerius scored his first MLS goal Sunday, helping Minnesota United defeat Los Angeles FC 3-1.
The defender finished past goalkeeper Hugo Lloris in the 34th minute after Kelvin Yeboah headed the ball into his path. His goal gave Minnesota a 2-0 lead following Joaquín Pereyra’s opener in the 29th.
Pereyra added his second in the 81st minute before Sergio Vasquez scored for LAFC in the 89th.
Valerius also contributed defensively, recording 9 defensive actions, 4 ball recoveries and 5 duels won. He completed 38 of 47 passes.
LAFC held 59% of possession and outshot Minnesota 19-6, but the visitors secured the victory with 3 shots on target.