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17 March 2024 at 02:30

Major League Soccer · Season 2024
Referee: A. Yaya

Match Summary

Los Angeles Galaxy and St. Louis City drew 3:3. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by D. Joveljić 3′, T. Ostrák 27′, J. Paintsil 51′, J. Nilsson 60′, J. McCarthy 88′ (o.g.), M. Yoshida 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Los Angeles Galaxy had 67% possession while St. Louis City held 33%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 19 (5 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 2.53 — St. Louis City 2.14. Los Angeles Galaxy made 4 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and St. Louis City — 6 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.

Los Angeles Galaxy
St. Louis City
Kick Off
D. Joveljić

assist: J. Aude

3′
27′
T. Ostrák
Joseph Paintsil45+1′
Half Time
J. Paintsil

assist: M. Delgado

51′
59′
A. MarkanichN. Dyhr
60′
T. OstrákS. Adeniran
60′
J. Nilsson

assist: S. Adeniran

D. FagúndezGabriel Pec
61′
Riqui Puig65′
E. CerrilloG. Brugman
69′
D. JoveljićMiguel Berry
69′
70′Joakim Nilsson
70′
A. JacksonHosei Kijima
71′
I. VassilevR. Alm
81′
João KlaussK. Hiebert
88′
J. McCarthy

Own Goal

Riqui PuigE. Zavaleta
90+11′
M. Yoshida

assist: G. Brugman

90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Los Angeles Galaxy had 67% possession against St. Louis City's 33%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 16 shots (8 on target) while St. Louis City managed 19 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 13–21.

8Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal8
16Total Shots19
5Blocked Shots6
13Shots insidebox11
3Shots outsidebox8
13Fouls21
4Corner Kicks3
2Offsides2
67%Ball Possession33%
3Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves6
629Total passes302
533Passes accurate231
85%Passes %76%
2.53expected_goals2.14

Lineups

Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-3-3 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 6.71, compared to 6.76 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 Célio Pompeu (6.86).

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 2 goals and 4 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 Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against St. Louis City's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus St. Louis City's 4 rated 6.72. 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 3 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 7 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 32.0 (youngest: E. Cerrillo (25), oldest: M. Cáceres (38)), while St. Louis City average 25.7 (youngest: C. Durkin (25), oldest: T. Totland (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 22 league appearances each, versus 21 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.

Los Angeles GalaxyPosition StrengthSt. Louis City
6.71
Avg Rating
6.76
6.53🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.84
0G 0A0G 1A
6.90 MID (3 v 4)6.72
0G 0A2G 3A
Los Angeles Galaxy4-3-3
77🧤GKJ. McCarthy6.5
2🛡DEFM. Yamane
4🛡DEFM. Yoshida
22🛡DEFM. Cáceres
3🛡DEFJ. Aude
8MIDM. Delgado
20MIDE. Cerrillo6.9
10MIDRiqui Puig
28FWDJ. Paintsil
9FWDD. Joveljić
7FWDD. Fagúndez
St. Louis City4-4-2
1🧤GKR. Bürki
14🛡DEFT. Totland6.81A
15🛡DEFJ. Yaro
4🛡DEFJ. Nilsson
13🛡DEFA. Markanich
19MIDI. Vassilev
8MIDC. Durkin6.61A
7MIDT. Ostrák
12MIDCélio Pompeu6.92G2A
9FWDJoão Klauss
25FWDA. Jackson

Substitutes

11(F)Gabriel Pec
15(D)E. Zavaleta
18(M)J. Pérez
19(D)M. Cuevas

Substitutes

44(D)N. Dyhr
21(M)R. Alm
22(D)K. Hiebert

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.

Los Angeles Galaxy

DWWLLW

St. Louis City

DWLWWD

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.

0

Los Angeles Galaxy

1

Drawn

1

St. Louis City

Goals: 3Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (2)

14 Jun 2025St. Louis City3 – 3Los Angeles Galaxy
9 Mar 2025Los Angeles Galaxy0 – 3St. Louis City

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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