Match Summary
Los Angeles Galaxy and St. Louis City drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by S. Adeniran 4′, João Klauss 28′, Riqui Puig 53′ (pen.), B. Sharp 82′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Los Angeles Galaxy had 70% possession while St. Louis City held 30%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 2.26 — St. Louis City 0.71. Los Angeles Galaxy made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Tyler Boyd 51′).
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and St. Louis City — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Jackson
Penalty
assist: Uri Rosell
Match Statistics
Los Angeles Galaxy had 70% possession against St. Louis City's 30%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 20 shots (8 on target) while St. Louis City managed 5 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under G. Vanney, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-4-2 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is 6.90, compared to 6.69 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 Galaxy's highest-rated starter is E. Cerrillo (6.90), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is A. Watts (6.69).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles Galaxy have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. St. Louis City's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by A. Watts (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
Los Angeles Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging 6.69. 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 St. Louis City's 4 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 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 62% for Los Angeles Galaxy and —% for St. Louis City. 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 1 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 Galaxy's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: E. Cerrillo (25), oldest: E. Cerrillo (25)), while St. Louis City average 25.5 (youngest: A. Watts (25), oldest: N. Blom (26)). 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 11 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 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 Galaxy and St. Louis City have met 2 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 0, St. Louis City won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. St. Louis City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (3 for the home side, 6 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 3–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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