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San Diego vs Los Angeles Galaxy

Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego24 May 2025 at 21:45

Match Events

San Diego
Los Angeles Galaxy
Kick Off
40′
D. Fagundez

assist: M. Reus

Half Time
W. KumadoO. Verhoeven
53′
73′
L. SanabriaI. Parente
73′
D. FagundezC. Ramirez
A. MightenM. Iloski
77′
A. GodoyO. Valakari
88′
H. Lozano

assist: A. Dreyer

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal6
14Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls15
6Corner Kicks5
1Offsides2
60%Ball Possession40%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
537Total passes359
469Passes accurate285
87%Passes %79%
1.89expected_goals0.70
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for San Diego is 6.97, compared to 6.84 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. San Diego's highest-rated starter is A. Dreyer (7.66), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is Gabriel Pec (7.25).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by A. Dreyer (6G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 14 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by Gabriel Pec (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.65. 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

San Diego field 4 midfielders averaging 7.31, versus Los Angeles Galaxy'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

San Diego start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.57, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 7.24. 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 87% for San Diego and 85% 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

San Diego's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 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 San Diego's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 27.9 (youngest: L. Sanabria (22), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)). 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

San Diego's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 11 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.

San Diego4-3-1-24-2-3-1Los Angeles Galaxy
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Santos2Kumado97McVey17McNair27Bombino20Godoy6Tverskov14Torre10Dreyer77Mighten11Lozano1Micovic2Yamane25Garces4Yoshida14Nelson6Cerrillo8Sanabria11Pec18Reus7Fagundez28Paintsil

Substitutes

Coach: Michael Anthony Varas

Substitutes

Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney

San DiegoPosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy
6.97
Avg Rating
6.84
6.30Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.58
0G 0A0G 0A
6.98Defender (4 v 4)6.65
2G 1A1G 1A
7.31Midfielder (4 v 5)6.99
6G 7A11G 10A
6.57Forward (2 v 1)7.24
0G 2A2G 2A
San Diego4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperC. J. dos Santos6.3
2DefenderW. Kumado6.8
97DefenderC. McVey6.91G
17DefenderP. McNair
27DefenderL. Bombino7.21G1A
20MidfielderA. Godoy6.91A
6MidfielderJ. Tverskov7.41A
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
10MidfielderA. Dreyer7.76G5A
77ForwardA. Mighten6.62A
11ForwardH. Lozano
Los Angeles Galaxy4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperN. Micovic6.6
2DefenderM. Yamane6.5
25DefenderC. Garces6.71A
4DefenderM. Yoshida6.91G
14DefenderJ. Nelson6.5
6MidfielderE. Cerrillo7.0
8MidfielderL. Sanabria6.82G1A
11MidfielderGabriel Pec7.35G4A
18MidfielderM. Reus6.94G5A
7MidfielderD. Fagundez
28ForwardJ. Paintsil7.22G2A

Match Summary

San Diego defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Fagundez 40′, L. de la Torre 41′, H. Lozano 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. San Diego had 60% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 40%. San Diego had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: San Diego 1.89 — Los Angeles Galaxy 0.70. San Diego made 3 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 2.

Rivalry since 2025

San Diego vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
San Diego
1
wins
Drawn
0
Los Angeles Galaxy
0
wins
Total goals
2 · 2.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/1 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 02 v 2025All 1 meetings

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API data: 11 May 2026