Match Summary
Orlando City SC defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by C. Ramirez 14′, M. Ojeda 76′ (pen.), L. Muriel 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles Galaxy had 50% possession while Orlando City SC held 50%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Los Angeles Galaxy 1.24 — Orlando City SC 1.77. Los Angeles Galaxy made 3 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and Orlando City SC — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Los Angeles Galaxy had 50% possession against Orlando City SC's 50%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 10 shots (2 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 16 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 14–12.
Lineups
Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Gregory Dean Vanney, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is 6.73, compared to 6.87 for Orlando City SC. 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 Orlando City SC's best-rated player is C. Araujo (7.09).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles Galaxy have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by C. Ramirez (4G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 2 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by C. Araujo (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 Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. 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 6.82, versus Orlando City SC's 5 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
Los Angeles Galaxy start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.69, compared to 1 for Orlando City SC 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 46% for Orlando City SC. 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 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Orlando City SC. 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 28.0 (youngest: T. Lepley (23), oldest: C. Ramirez (34)), while Orlando City SC average 25.7 (youngest: C. Araujo (24), oldest: Rafael Santos (27)). 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 25 for Orlando City SC. 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 Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Orlando City SC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Los Angeles Galaxy and Orlando City SC have met 1 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 1, Orlando City SC won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles Galaxy leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026