Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dynamo and Los Angeles Galaxy drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by E. Ponce 35′, L. Sanabria 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dynamo had 40% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 60%. Houston Dynamo had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 0.99 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.45. Houston Dynamo made 4 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and Los Angeles Galaxy — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 40% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 60%. Houston Dynamo registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 13–15.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-3-3 under Gregory Dean Vanney.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.70, compared to 6.77 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. Houston Dynamo's highest-rated starter is L. Ennali (6.89), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is E. Cerrillo (7.11).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by L. Ennali (3G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by M. Yoshida (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Houston Dynamo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.66. 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
Houston Dynamo field 5 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 3 rated 6.83. 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
Houston Dynamo start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 3 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.76. 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 Houston Dynamo and 78% 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
Houston Dynamo's starters have collected 13 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 Houston Dynamo's starting XI is 28.1 (youngest: Felipe Andrade (23), oldest: J. Bond (32)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 25.1 (youngest: H. Miller (18), 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
Houston Dynamo's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 10 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: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero
Substitutes
Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney
Rivalry since 2012
Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 28
Houston Dynamo and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 28 times — Houston Dynamo won 10, Los Angeles Galaxy won 9, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Houston Dynamo leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 28 meetings. A combined 80 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.86 per match (41 for the home side, 39 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 16 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Houston Dynamo are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo 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