Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Los Angeles FC defeated FC Dallas 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by N. Ordaz 31′, D. Bouanga 45′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles FC had 64% possession while FC Dallas held 36%. Los Angeles FC had 16 shots (10 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for FC Dallas. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 2.05 — FC Dallas 0.87. Los Angeles FC made 5 substitutions, FC Dallas made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and FC Dallas — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 64% possession against FC Dallas's 36%. Los Angeles FC registered 16 shots (10 on target) while FC Dallas managed 10 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 10–13.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Steven Emil Cherundolo, while FC Dallas deployed a 4-4-2 under Eric Quill.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.08, compared to 6.66 for FC Dallas. 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 FC's highest-rated starter is D. Bouanga (7.67), while FC Dallas's best-rated player is P. Musa (7.40).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 42 goals and 26 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). FC Dallas's starters account for 20 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by P. Musa (12G). 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 FC deploy 4 defenders rated 7.06 on average, against FC Dallas's 4-man backline averaging 6.19. 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 FC field 3 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus FC Dallas's 4 rated 6.89. 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 FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.22, compared to 2 for FC Dallas averaging 7.40. 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 51% for Los Angeles FC and 79% for FC Dallas. 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 FC's starters have collected 41 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for FC Dallas. 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 FC's starting XI is 29.1 (youngest: N. Ordaz (21), oldest: H. Lloris (39)), while FC Dallas average 28.3 (youngest: P. Delgado (22), oldest: S. Ibeagha (33)). 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 FC's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 12 for FC Dallas. 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: Steven Emil Cherundolo
Substitutes
Coach: Eric Quill
Rivalry since 2018
Los Angeles FC vs FC Dallas Head to Head Results· 14
Los Angeles FC and FC Dallas have met 14 times — Los Angeles FC won 7, FC Dallas won 4, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 36 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.57 per match (20 for the home side, 16 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. FC Dallas show 4 wins, 0 draws 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