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3 September 2023 at 02:30

Major League Soccer · Season 2023
Referee: A. Villarreal

Match Summary

Los Angeles Galaxy and Houston Dynamo drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. 5 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles Galaxy had 55% possession while Houston Dynamo held 45%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Houston Dynamo. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 0.50 — Houston Dynamo 1.42. Los Angeles Galaxy made 5 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and Houston Dynamo — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Los Angeles Galaxy
Houston Dynamo
Kick Off
Half Time
55′Luis Caicedo
D. JoveljićB. Sharp
63′
M. DelgadoE. Cerrillo
63′
D. FagundezM. Barrios
63′
T. BoydD. Aguirre
63′
63′
C. BairdA. Ibrahim
64′Nelson Quiñones
64′
S. KowalczykA. Carrasquilla
68′
MicaelB. Smith
Uri RosellJ. Pérez
79′
90+8′Artur
90+3′
N. QuiñónesArtur
90+3′
A. BassiÞ. Úlfarsson
Full Time

Match Statistics

Los Angeles Galaxy had 55% possession against Houston Dynamo's 45%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Houston Dynamo managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 10–16.

4Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal4
11Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls16
8Corner Kicks2
0Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves4
563Total passes482
499Passes accurate424
89%Passes %88%
0.50expected_goals1.42

Lineups

Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under G. Vanney, while Houston Dynamo deployed a 4-2-3-1 under B. Olsen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is —, compared to 6.72 for Houston Dynamo. 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 —, while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is G. Dorsey (6.97).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Los Angeles Galaxy have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Houston Dynamo's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by G. Dorsey (2G). 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 Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Houston Dynamo's 4-man backline averaging 6.72. 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 —, versus Houston Dynamo'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 Houston Dynamo 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.

Discipline

Los Angeles Galaxy's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Houston Dynamo. 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 — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Houston Dynamo average 32.0 (youngest: G. Dorsey (26), oldest: D. Steres (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 0 league appearances each, versus 20 for Houston Dynamo. 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.

Los Angeles GalaxyPosition StrengthHouston Dynamo
Avg Rating
6.72
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.72
0G 0A2G 4A
Los Angeles Galaxy4-1-4-1
1🧤GKJ. Bond
2🛡DEFCalegari
4🛡DEFM. Yoshida
17🛡DEFC. Mavinga
44🛡DEFR. Edwards
16MIDUri Rosell
11MIDT. Boyd
8MIDM. Delgado
6MIDRiqui Puig
21MIDD. Fagundez
9FWDD. Joveljić
Houston Dynamo4-2-3-1
13🧤GKA. Tarbell
25🛡DEFG. Dorsey7.02G4A
4🛡DEFE. Bartlow
31🛡DEFMicael
5🛡DEFD. Steres6.5
16MIDH. Herrera
27MIDL. Caicedo
32MIDS. Kowalczyk
8MIDA. Bassi
21MIDN. Quiñónes
11FWDC. Baird

Substitutes

56(M)J. Pérez
15(D)E. Zavaleta
19(D)M. Cuevas
18(D)K. Leerdam

Substitutes

6(M)Artur
34(F)Þ. Úlfarsson

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Houston Dynamo show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Los Angeles Galaxy

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Houston Dynamo

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Head to Head

Los Angeles Galaxy and Houston Dynamo have met 2 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 0, Houston Dynamo won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). 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.

0

Los Angeles Galaxy

2

Drawn

0

Houston Dynamo

Goals: 2Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

7 Sept 2025Houston Dynamo1 – 1Los Angeles Galaxy
13 Apr 2025Los Angeles Galaxy1 – 1Houston Dynamo

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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