MLS Cup 2011: Los Angeles Galaxy take home the Cup

A substitution and tactical shift garnered much of the credit for the breakthrough goal scored by Landon Donovan in the 72nd minute by which Los Angeles downed Houston, 1-0, Sunday night in the MLS championship game.

Ridge Mahoney of Soccer America offers a recap of the 2011 MLS Cup.

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