THE Los Angeles Galaxy claimed the upper hand in their MLS Western Conference semi-final against the New York Red Bulls after a 1-0 win in a fiery first leg last night.

Thierry Henry was on the scoresheet as the New York Red Bulls closed the gap on Columbus Crew at the top of the Eastern Conference of the MLS with a 2-0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes.

Keiko, the killer whale star of the Free Willy films has died, it was announced today.