Match Summary
San Jose Earthquakes and Los Angeles Galaxy drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by R. Edwards 31′, J. Skahan 42′, P. Judd 47′, C. Espinoza 81′. 6 yellow cards were shown. San Jose Earthquakes had 46% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 54%. San Jose Earthquakes had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: San Jose Earthquakes 1.62 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.64. San Jose Earthquakes made 4 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 4. VAR was involved: Card reviewed (Jackson Yueill 90′), Penalty cancelled (Daniel Aguirre 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between San Jose Earthquakes and Los Angeles Galaxy — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Douglas Costa
assist: Carlos Akapo
assist: Douglas Costa
assist: J. Yueill
Match Statistics
San Jose Earthquakes had 46% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 54%. San Jose Earthquakes registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
San Jose Earthquakes lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under L. Gonzalez, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-3-3 under G. Vanney.
Defensive Solidity
San Jose Earthquakes deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
San Jose Earthquakes field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 3 rated —. 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
San Jose Earthquakes start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Los Angeles Galaxy 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of San Jose Earthquakes's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: J. Yueill (28), oldest: Carlos Akapo (32)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 33.0 (youngest: G. Brugman (33), oldest: G. Brugman (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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Jose Earthquakes have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
San Jose Earthquakes and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 2 times — San Jose Earthquakes won 1, Los Angeles Galaxy won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Jose Earthquakes leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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