Match Summary
Los Angeles FC defeated St. Louis City 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by C. Vela 72′, S. Biuk 82′, J. Cifuentes 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles FC had 59% possession while St. Louis City held 41%. Los Angeles FC had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 1.57 — St. Louis City 0.33. Los Angeles FC made 2 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and St. Louis City — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Cifuentes
assist: D. Bouanga
assist: N. Ordaz
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 59% possession against St. Louis City's 41%. Los Angeles FC registered 11 shots (3 on target) while St. Louis City managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 15–10.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under S. Cherundolo, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-4-1-1 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.67, compared to 6.78 for St. Louis City. 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 FC's highest-rated starter is D. Bouanga (7.67), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is Célio Pompeu (6.86).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 26 goals and 8 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). St. Louis City's starters account for 2 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by Célio Pompeu (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 FC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against St. Louis City'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 FC field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus St. Louis City's 4 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
Los Angeles FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.67, compared to 2 for St. Louis City 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 FC's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for St. Louis City. 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 FC's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: D. Bouanga (31), oldest: Ilie Sánchez (35)), while St. Louis City average 28.3 (youngest: N. Blom (26), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)). 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 FC's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 10 for St. Louis City. 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 FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Los Angeles FC and St. Louis City have met 2 times — Los Angeles FC won 1, St. Louis City won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026