Match Summary
Chicago Fire defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by Riqui Puig 7′ (pen.), H. Cuypers 32′, B. Gutiérrez 61′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 36% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 64%. Chicago Fire had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 0.98 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.54. Chicago Fire made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and Los Angeles Galaxy — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 36% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 64%. Chicago Fire registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 16–6.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under F. Klopas, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-3-3 under G. Vanney.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Chicago Fire is —, compared to 6.81 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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. Chicago Fire's highest-rated starter is —, while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is N. Mićović (6.90).
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Fire deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy'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
Chicago Fire field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 3 rated 6.90. 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
Chicago Fire start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.62. 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 Chicago Fire and 62% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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
Chicago Fire's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 Chicago Fire's starting XI is 31.3 (youngest: A. Arigoni (27), oldest: R. Czichos (35)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 28.8 (youngest: N. Mićović (24), oldest: M. Cáceres (38)). 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
Chicago Fire's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 23 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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, Chicago Fire have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Chicago Fire and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 1 times — Chicago Fire won 1, Los Angeles Galaxy won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026