Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Los Angeles FC and Los Angeles Galaxy drew 3:3. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Bouanga 26′, J. Dilrosun 31′, Gabriel Pec 36′ (pen.), D. Bouanga 67′, Gabriel Pec 79′, M. Yoshida 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Los Angeles FC had 35% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 65%. Los Angeles FC had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 1.41 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.88. Los Angeles FC made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and Los Angeles Galaxy — 6 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Hollingshead
Penalty
assist: M. Cuevas
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 35% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 65%. Los Angeles FC registered 8 shots (4 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 9–10.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Steven Emil Cherundolo, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Gregory Dean Vanney.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.07, compared to 6.87 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 41 goals and 26 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 16 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by Gabriel Pec (5G). 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 7.04 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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 Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 7.05. 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 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.64. 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 47% for Los Angeles FC and 85% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 46 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 28.6 (youngest: N. Ordaz (21), oldest: H. Lloris (39)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 26.8 (youngest: Matheus Nascimento (21), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)). 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 28 league appearances each, versus 11 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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: Gregory Dean Vanney
Rivalry since 2018
Los Angeles FC vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 25
Los Angeles FC and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 25 times — Los Angeles FC won 9, Los Angeles Galaxy won 10, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Los Angeles Galaxy leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 107 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.28 per match (53 for the home side, 54 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (84%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026