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Pedro de la Vega, who was named Player of the Tournament at Leagues Cup, was reportedly 'blackballed' from the Argentina national team by Leo Messi, possibly due to his aggressive playing style that challenged Messi during the final.
The Seattle Sounders defeated LA Galaxy 2-0 in Carson, California, securing a spot in the Leagues Cup Final against Inter Miami, with key contributions from Pedro de la Vega and Osaze De Rosario, despite a red card to Nouhou late in the game.
Pedro de la Vega, the Seattle Sounders' first Young Designated Player, has faced a challenging first season due to muscle injuries, limiting his playtime. Despite these setbacks, de la Vega is finding his form, contributing significantly in recent matches, including a full 90-minute performance against the Houston Dynamo. As the Sounders prepare for the Western Conference semifinals, de la Vega's improved fitness and understanding of his role are seen as crucial. He remains optimistic about his growth and contribution to the team.
Former Portland Timbers player Diego Valeri, now a Spanish-language analyst for MLS Season Pass, shares his insights on Pedro de la Vega, a new signing for the Seattle Sounders and Valeri's former teammate at Lanús. Valeri is optimistic about de la Vega's adaptation to MLS and discusses this, along with his experiences at a UW-Oregon football game, in a recent podcast episode available to subscribers.
Seattle Sounders GM Craig Waibel explains that the signing of Pedro de la Vega was driven by the belief that he is the player the team needed to win a championship, rather than for a big transfer fee. Waibel expresses excitement about de la Vega's potential impact on the team's future and emphasizes the player's immediate impression as a cornerstone player.
Seattle Sounders FC have signed Argentine forward Pedro de la Vega as their newest Designated Player, adding an electric attacking player with a proven track record in South America to their roster. The 22-year-old brings versatility and a knack for goal-scoring, joining an already potent attacking corps that includes Jordan Morris, Raúl Ruidíaz, Albert Rusnák, and Cristian Roldan. With his technical ability and potential for growth, de la Vega is expected to inject new vibrancy into the Sounders' attack as the club enters its 50th Anniversary season in 2024.