Miki Yamane picked an opportune time for his first LA Galaxy goal.

With the MLS Cup 2024 champions chasing a late equalizer at Seattle Sounders FC , the Japanese right back struck in the 87th minute to salvage a 2-2 draw .

In the process, Yamane also earned Energy Moment of the Matchday presented by Celsius honors for Matchday 33.

Facing a two-goal deficit and possible elimination from Audi MLS Cup Playoffs contention, the Galaxy were forced to rally during Saturday's visit to Lumen Field.

Maya Yoshida pulled one back at the stroke of halftime, before former Japan international teammate Yamane completed the comeback three minutes from time by poking in Tucker Lepley 's deflected service off a low cross from Mauricio Cuevas .

"It was commitment. He made the commitment to

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