Ghana winger Joseph Paintsil continued his red-hot form in the Major League Soccer (MLS) with a decisive goal in LA Galaxy’s 2–1 victory over Minnesota United FC on Saturday night at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.

The 26-year-old was once again at the heart of Galaxy’s attacking rhythm, scoring the second goal of the night with a sensational solo effort that showcased his pace, power, and precision.

 Match Recap


  • 12’: Matheus Nascimento opened the scoring with a composed finish after a slick team move

  • 48’: Paintsil picked up the ball in midfield, weaved past two defenders, and fired a low shot that rebounded off the post before he tucked it away

  • 90+2’: Joaquin Perreyra pulled one back for Minnesota, but Galaxy held on for the win

Paintsil has now been directly involved in twelve (12) goals for LA Galaxy in the 2025 MLS season as he has scored ten (10) goals and notched two (2) assists in 25 games for the 2024 MLS Cup winners.

Fresh off assisting Ghana’s World Cup qualification-clinching campaign, Paintsil returned to club duty with renewed confidence, further cementing his status as a key figure in LA Galaxy’s playoff ambitions.