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MLS Week 24, Mexicans Abroad: What we learned

Efrain Alvarez returned from suspension for the LA Galaxy. Meanwhile, across town, Carlos Vela and LAFC became the first team in Major League Soccer to seal their place in the 2019 Playoffs. Here’s what we learned from Week 24 in Major League Soccer.

Efrain Alvarez still getting his chance with the Galaxy

Efrain Alvarez got the surprise start in the first of two LA Galaxy games played this week as the five-time MLS Cup champs took on FC Dallas. The 17-year-old Mexican youth international was making his return from a two-game suspension and played a total of 61 minutes in his team’s 2-0 win over Dallas.