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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

Inter Miami vs Los Angeles Galaxy

17 August 2025 at 00:30Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale

Match Summary

Inter Miami defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Alba 43′, J. Paintsil 59′, L. Messi 84′, L. Suarez 89′. Inter Miami had 46% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 54%. Inter Miami had 29 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Inter Miami 3.49 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.37. Inter Miami made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Telasco Segovia 32′).

Match Events

Key match events between Inter Miami and Los Angeles Galaxy — 4 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Inter Miami had 46% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 54%. Inter Miami registered 29 shots (8 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 5 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 13–2. Fouls committed: 8–3.

Shots on Goal
8
3
Shots Off Goal
11
1
Total Shots
29
5
Blocked Shots
10
1
Shots inside the Box
17
4
Shots outside the Box
12
1
Fouls
8
3
Corner Kicks
13
2
Offsides
1
0
Ball Possession
46%
54%
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
2
5
Total Passes
461
560
Accurate Passes
415
519
Pass Accuracy
90%
93%
Expected Goals (xG)
3.49
0.37
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Inter Miami lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Javier Alejandro Mascherano, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Gregory Dean Vanney.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Inter Miami is 7.00, compared to 6.79 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. Inter Miami's highest-rated starter is J. Alba (7.39), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (7.25).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Inter Miami have contributed 52 goals and 44 assists this season, led by T. Allende (20G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 12 goals and 12 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

Inter Miami deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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

Inter Miami field 5 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 6.78. 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

Inter Miami start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.28, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 7.25. 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 50% for Inter Miami and 83% 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

Inter Miami's starters have collected 48 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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 Inter Miami's starting XI is 29.9 (youngest: B. Cremaschi (20), oldest: O. Ustari (39)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 27.0 (youngest: E. Wynder (22), oldest: M. Reus (36)). 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

Inter Miami'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.

Inter Miami4-2-3-14-2-3-1Los Angeles Galaxy
GKDEFMIDFWD
19Ustari57Weigandt2Lujan37Falcon18Alba30Cremasc.5Busquets21Allende8Segovia14Picault9Suarez1Micovic2Yamane5Zanka6Cerrillo14Nelson16Parente22Wynder11Pec18Reus7Fagundez28Paintsil

Substitutes

Coach: Javier Alejandro Mascherano

Substitutes

Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney

Inter MiamiPosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy
7.00
Avg Rating
6.79
7.02Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.58
0G 0A0G 0A
6.93Defender (4 v 4)6.73
8G 17A0G 1A
7.01Midfielder (5 v 5)6.78
34G 16A9G 9A
7.28Forward (1 v 1)7.25
10G 11A3G 2A
Inter Miami4-2-3-1
19GoalkeeperO. Ustari7.0
57DefenderM. Weigandt6.71G2A
2DefenderG. Lujan6.81A
37DefenderM. Falcon6.81G
18DefenderJ. Alba7.46G14A
30MidfielderB. Cremaschi6.91G2A
5MidfielderS. Busquets7.38A
21MidfielderT. Allende7.020G2A
8MidfielderT. Segovia7.09G4A
14MidfielderF. Picault6.84G
9ForwardL. Suarez7.310G11A
Los Angeles Galaxy4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperN. Micovic6.6
2DefenderM. Yamane6.61A
5DefenderZanka
6DefenderE. Cerrillo7.1
14DefenderJ. Nelson6.4
16MidfielderI. Parente6.5
22MidfielderE. Wynder6.5
11MidfielderGabriel Pec7.25G4A
18MidfielderM. Reus6.94G5A
7MidfielderD. Fagundez
28ForwardJ. Paintsil7.33G2A

Rivalry since 2021

Inter Miami vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 2

Inter Miami and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 2 times — Inter Miami won 0, Los Angeles Galaxy won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Los Angeles Galaxy leads the head-to-head with 1 victory from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 game (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2021.

Total goals
7 · 3.5/match
Both scored
2/2 · 100%
Over 2.5
1/2 · 50%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 23 v 2021

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Inter Miami have recorded 5 wins, 0 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