Match Summary
Los Angeles Galaxy defeated Chicago Fire 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by T. Boyd 29′, Riqui Puig 72′, B. Sharp 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Los Angeles Galaxy had 64% possession while Chicago Fire held 36%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 19 shots (9 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Chicago Fire. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 1.91 — Chicago Fire 1.12. Los Angeles Galaxy made 5 substitutions, Chicago Fire made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Brian Gutierrez 9′).
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and Chicago Fire — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Douglas Costa
Penalty
Match Statistics
Los Angeles Galaxy had 64% possession against Chicago Fire's 36%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 19 shots (9 on target) while Chicago Fire managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 10–6. Fouls committed: 11–6.
Lineups
Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under G. Vanney, while Chicago Fire deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Klopas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is 6.90, compared to — for Chicago Fire. 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 Galaxy's highest-rated starter is E. Cerrillo (6.90), while Chicago Fire's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Los Angeles Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Chicago Fire'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
Los Angeles Galaxy field 5 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Chicago Fire's 5 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
Los Angeles Galaxy start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Chicago Fire 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 62% for Los Angeles Galaxy and —% for Chicago Fire. 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 Galaxy's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chicago Fire. 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 Galaxy's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: E. Cerrillo (25), oldest: E. Cerrillo (25)), while Chicago Fire average 31.5 (youngest: F. Navarro (25), oldest: R. Czichos (35)). 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 Galaxy's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chicago Fire. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Chicago Fire show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Los Angeles Galaxy
Chicago Fire
Head to Head
Los Angeles Galaxy and Chicago Fire have met 1 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 0, Chicago Fire won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
0
Los Angeles Galaxy
0
Drawn
1
Chicago Fire
Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026