The Galaxy are struggling through a miserable MLS, but they continued to shine Leagues Cup play with a 2-1 win over Mexican power Pachuca Wednesday.

Lionel Messi, who returned from injury last weekend, suffered a setback and had to miss the Leagues Cup quarterfinal against Tigres.

The 2025 Leagues Cup quarterfinals delivered drama and goals, setting up an all-MLS semifinal stage for the first time in the tournament’s history, leaving Liga MX out of the final stretch.

Manager Javier Mascherano's assistant, Javier Morales, spoke to the media and revealed why Lionel Messi was left out of the Leagues Cup game.