Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Los Angeles Galaxy defeated Real Salt Lake 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by L. Sanabria 17′, J. Paintsil 55′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles Galaxy had 50% possession while Real Salt Lake held 50%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 19 (4 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 1.43 — Real Salt Lake 1.46. Los Angeles Galaxy made 5 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and Real Salt Lake — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Los Angeles Galaxy had 50% possession against Real Salt Lake's 50%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Real Salt Lake managed 19 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–6. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Gregory Dean Vanney, while Real Salt Lake deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pablo Andrés Mastroeni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is 6.84, compared to 7.05 for Real Salt Lake. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Los Angeles Galaxy's highest-rated starter is J. Paintsil (7.25), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is D. Luna (7.43).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles Galaxy have contributed 12 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Gabriel Pec (5G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 10 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Z. Gozo (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Los Angeles Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated 6.66 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.92. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Los Angeles Galaxy field 5 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus Real Salt Lake's 5 rated 7.12. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Los Angeles Galaxy start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.64, compared to 1 for Real Salt Lake averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Los Angeles Galaxy and 82% for Real Salt Lake. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Los Angeles Galaxy's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Real Salt Lake. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Los Angeles Galaxy's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: Matheus Nascimento (21), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)), while Real Salt Lake average 25.3 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Los Angeles Galaxy's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 12 for Real Salt Lake. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney
Substitutes
Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni
Rivalry since 2012
Los Angeles Galaxy vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results· 41
Los Angeles Galaxy and Real Salt Lake have met 41 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 18, Real Salt Lake won 13, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Los Angeles Galaxy leads the head-to-head with 18 victories from 41 meetings. A combined 132 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.22 per match (68 for the home side, 64 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 25 matches (61%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 25 games (61%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2018.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Real Salt Lake show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026