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Are the LA Galaxy the MLS’ First Dynasty?

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By @SamHader21

Kelvin Kuo USA TODAY

Kelvin Kuo USA TODAY

The final whistle of the match blew. Players embraced each other; others lay on the ground in agony. Half of the fans rejoice while the other half hold up their scarves in the only classy move possible in a loss. This was the final picture of the 2014 MLS Cup final.

With Landon Donovan’s last night in uniform for the LA Galaxy ending in Hollywood-fashion, it marks a new era for the club. The now six-time champion is leaving the field for good – he’s already said he won’t come back like Brett Favre might. The club should be wondering which direction it will go in after his departure, right?

Wrong.

The club has the makings of being the first true dynasty in the MLS. With starlets like Donovan and David Beckham joining forces and winning MLS Cups in 2011 and 2012, as well as a runner-up finish in 2009, the Galaxy could be a dominant team for years to come. Now they’ve claimed another cup with the help of current MVP Robbie Keane, who delivered the decisive goal in extra-time. He just signed a long-term deal with the Galaxy, keeping the best player in Los Angeles as his counterpart, Donovan, leaves.

They also have other great long-term players in their ranks, too. Forward Gyasi Zardes, who scored the first goal of the final, has risen from homegrown status player and is approaching a big contract with his club. He was also the first homegrown player to hoist the MLS Cup. Omar Gonzalez is a rock on defense, and will win every heading challenge thrown at him. He will be a building block for the future lest they decide to transfer him for big money.

Other players like Robbie Rogers, Jaime Penedo and A.J. DeLaGarza will lead the defense next year, pairing up with the MVP and their homegrown stars.

Their unique blend of experience fused with young talent was the reason why they won this MLS Cup, and why they will win many more hereafter.

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