Match Summary
San Diego defeated Los Angeles FC 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Bouanga 15′, H. Lozano 33′, A. Dreyer 66′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles FC had 42% possession while San Diego held 58%. Los Angeles FC had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Los Angeles FC 1.47 — San Diego 0.93. Los Angeles FC made 3 substitutions, San Diego made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Los Angeles FC and San Diego — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Martinez
assist: A. Dreyer
assist: J. Tverskov
Match Statistics
Los Angeles FC had 42% possession against San Diego's 58%. Los Angeles FC registered 16 shots (4 on target) while San Diego managed 6 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 11–13.
Lineups
Los Angeles FC lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Steven Emil Cherundolo, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Los Angeles FC is 7.17, compared to 7.18 for San Diego. 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 FC's highest-rated starter is Son Heung-Min (8.18), while San Diego's best-rated player is A. Dreyer (7.85).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Los Angeles FC have contributed 48 goals and 27 assists this season, led by D. Bouanga (26G). San Diego's starters account for 50 goals and 47 assists, spearheaded by A. Dreyer (23G). 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 FC deploy 3 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 7.04. 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 FC field 4 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.16. 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 FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.60, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 7.44. 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 50% for Los Angeles FC and 64% for San Diego. 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 FC's starters have collected 39 yellow cards this season, compared to 51 for San Diego. 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 FC's starting XI is 28.3 (youngest: D. Martinez (19), oldest: H. Lloris (39)), while San Diego average 27.2 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)). 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 FC's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 30 for San Diego. 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
Coach: Steven Emil Cherundolo
Substitutes
Coach: Michael Anthony Varas
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. San Diego show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Los Angeles FC vs San Diego Head to Head Results
Los Angeles FC and San Diego have met 1 times — Los Angeles FC won 0, San Diego won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (2 for the home side, 3 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 3–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026