Match Summary
Los Angeles FC defeated St. Louis City 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by D. Bouanga 59′, D. Bouanga 90′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. St. Louis City had 55% possession while Los Angeles FC held 45%. St. Louis City had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Los Angeles FC. Expected goals: St. Louis City 1.18 — Los Angeles FC 1.75. St. Louis City made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles FC made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (João Klauss 14′), Goal cancelled (Anthony Markanich 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and Los Angeles FC — 2 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Bogusz
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 55% possession against Los Angeles FC's 45%. St. Louis City registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Los Angeles FC managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 16–10.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Carnell, while Los Angeles FC deployed a 4-3-3 under S. Cherundolo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.75, compared to 7.13 for Los Angeles FC. 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. St. Louis City's highest-rated starter is Célio Pompeu (6.86), while Los Angeles FC's best-rated player is D. Bouanga (7.67).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 2 goals and 4 assists this season, led by Célio Pompeu (2G). Los Angeles FC's starters account for 27 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by D. Bouanga (26G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
St. Louis City deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Los Angeles FC's 4-man backline averaging 7.06. 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
St. Louis City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Los Angeles FC's 3 rated 6.99. 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
St. Louis City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Los Angeles FC averaging 7.67. 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 —% for St. Louis City and 43% for Los Angeles FC. 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Los Angeles FC. 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 St. Louis City's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: C. Durkin (25), oldest: R. Alm (30)), while Los Angeles FC average 31.0 (youngest: O. Campos (23), oldest: K. Kamara (41)). 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
St. Louis City's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 33 for Los Angeles FC. 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, St. Louis City have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Los Angeles FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
St. Louis City and Los Angeles FC have met 2 times — St. Louis City won 0, Los Angeles FC won 1, 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 (2 for the home side, 5 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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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026