The Los Angeles Galaxy's Marcelo Sarvas is turning out to be a great addition to the team. In addition, to assisting both goals in the Galaxy's 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids, Sarvas made an incredible block on Conor Casey's shot. The save prevented the Rapids from getting back into the game. In addition, it was nominated for the MLS Save of the Week for Week 28.
Sarvas' Path to the 'Starting XI'
At the beginning of the season, Sarvas spent some time on the bench and playing for the Galaxy's Reserve team. It wasn't until July that Sarvas was consistently in the starting lineup. When the Brazilian midfielder played at least 60 minutes, the Galaxy were 10-5-2. When he played 16 minutes or less, the Galaxy's record was 4-6-2.
Sarvas' Breakout Game
The Galaxy-Rapids game on September 14 was Sarvas' breakout game. Without David Beckham in the starting lineup, the 30-year-old paired in the midfield with countryman Juninho. In the 15th minute, Sarvas gave the pass to Donovan who fed to ball to Robbie Keane. The Irish striker scored to make it 1-0. In the 58th minute, Sarvas provided the long ball that led to Christian Wilhelmsson's goal. Sarvas' save was the icing on the cake and made him the "man of the match." He was also named to the MLS Team of the Week for Week 28.
The Save
In the 78th minute, Omar Gonzalez was unable to clear a ball that came into the box. Conor Casey got around our goalkeeper Josh Saunders and took a shot. Fortunately for our side, Sarvas slid into the box and blocked the shot. There's nothing better than when a player steps in for the goalie and prevents a goal. That is true defending.
The Competition
Along with Sarvas, Sean Johnson (Chicago Fire) is nominated for his diving save against Eric Avila's (Toronto FC) corner blast. Then, there was Tally Hall's (Houston Dynamo) "Matrix-like" save on C.J. Sapong's header. Although he stumbled and was behind a lot of bodies, Andy Gruenebaum (Columbus Crew) still tipped Thierry Henry's chip over the crossbar. Matt Reis (New England Revolution) made a one-handed save against Branko Bošković's long range shot.
As of Sept. 18, Sarvas has over 50 percent of the vote. I imagine he will take the honor.
Melissa Matters is a long time Los Angeles resident and devoted Los Angeles Galaxy fan.
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