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SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Teemu Pukki scored three of his four goals in the second half to propel Minnesota United to a 5-2 victory over Los Angeles, eliminating the Galaxy from playoff contention. Pukki set a club record with his effort for Minnesota United (10-12-11), helping the club keep its playoff hopes alive. Darwin Quintero scored three goals in a 2018 match to set the previous mark. Pukki scored in the 45th minute to give Minnesota United a 2-1 lead at halftime. He added goals in the 60th, 67th and 76th minutes, giving him 10 goals in just 12 starts and 13 appearances for the club this season. Tyler Boyd scored for a seventh time this season to pull the Galaxy (8-13-11) even at 1-1.
