LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC preview

United States flag 2026 Major League Soccer, United States
Dignity Health Sports Park Sat, 18 Jul - 2:25 AM
Major League Soccer
LA GalaxyLAG
0 3
Los Angeles FCLAF
Full Time Sat, 18 Jul 2:25 AM
Regular Season
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Goal
Mark Delgado - 26'
Denis Bouanga - 45+1' (P)

CONTEXT

LA Galaxy hosted Los Angeles FC in a contest that concluded 0-3. The visitors established control early and led 2-0 at halftime. LA Galaxy recorded 59 percent possession yet generated an xG of only 0.95 while Los Angeles FC posted 2.19. The outcome proved consistent with underlying metrics and reflected the stronger team's superiority. No red cards occurred. Los Angeles FC maintained efficiency throughout both halves and converted opportunities effectively. The significant deviation favored the away side and aligned with pre-match indicators. The final margin underscored the visitors' dominance from start to finish.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: Los Angeles FC recorded a significant structural deviation from expected patterns.
  • Efficiency shift: The efficiency shift remained in line with the stronger team's performance.
  • xG alignment: The result aligned with xG values of 0.95 for LA Galaxy and 2.19 for Los Angeles FC.
  • Market alignment: The outcome proved consistent with market alignment for the away side.
  • xG expectations: xG expectations showed a differential of -1.24 favoring Los Angeles FC.
  • Event impact: The 0-3 scoreline captured the event impact of Los Angeles FC dominance.
  • Red card distortion: Absence of red cards produced no red card distortion to match dynamics.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
R. Vazquez
R. Vazquez
Referee • 25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 30.4
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 4
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
J. Hanson
J. Hanson
1st Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
S. Blanco
S. Blanco
2nd Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
E. Arreguin
E. Arreguin
4th Official • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
LA Galaxy G. Vanney
G. Vanney
VS
Los Angeles FC M. Dos Santos
M. Dos Santos
1.33
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.6
1.83 i
Last 6 Opponents
Houston Dynamo Rank: 62 D
Seattle Sounders Rank: 69 W
Sporting KC Rank: 51 L
Atlanta United Rank: 54 W
Vancouver Whitecaps Rank: 73 D
Real Salt Lake Rank: 64 W
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1.17 i
Last 6 Opponents
Seattle Sounders Rank: 69 W
Nashville SC Rank: 72 L
St. Louis City Rank: 61 L
Houston Dynamo Rank: 62 L
San Diego Rank: 66 D
Minnesota United Rank: 65 W
1
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
1 - 2 - 2
2

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
60.93
70.96
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
LA Galaxy
Los Angeles FC
Power Score
60.93
70.96
League Position
9
3
Global Rank
509
218

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
LA Galaxy — Opponent-weighted form score
Los Angeles FC — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) LA Galaxy Los Angeles FC

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

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vs

LA Galaxy

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Los Angeles FC

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

LA Galaxy ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy Los Angeles FC
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
24.75
34.39
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
34.39
24.75
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
LA Galaxy -0.67 Efficiency Index
vs
Los Angeles FC +0.67 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
LA Galaxy
Los Angeles FC
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

LA Galaxy
vs
Los Angeles FC
Created Set-piece attacking threat
LA Galaxy Los Angeles FC
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
50%
37%
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 1.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
-0.48 vs +0.19
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
LA Galaxy Los Angeles FC
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
37%
50%
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
1.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
+0.19 vs -0.48
LA Galaxy
Los Angeles FC
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

–
LA Galaxy
vs
Los Angeles FC
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
LA Galaxy Los Angeles FC
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
—
—
Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
LA Galaxy 0.11
Los Angeles FC 0.59
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
LA Galaxy Los Angeles FC
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
—
—
Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
LA Galaxy 0.14
Los Angeles FC 0.00
LA Galaxy
Los Angeles FC
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score

PRESSURE INDEX

Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.

  • LAG had peak pressure around 74'.
  • LAG started the game with stronger pressure.
LAG Pressure LAF Pressure
⚡
Pressure Index: LAG reached the top pressure at 74' (81.77).

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 5 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

LA Galaxy LAG Home
5 matches
Los Angeles FC LAF Away
Match Record
1
Wins
2
2
Draws
2
2
Losses
1
Goals
11
Goals Scored
11
11
Goals Conceded
11
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-07-19T00:00:39+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-3-3
Match Formation 4-3-3
Pitch

General Information

Date & Time
Jul 18, 2026, 02:25 AM
Competition
2026 Major League Soccer, United States · Regular Season
Stadium
Dignity Health Sports Park
Capacity
27000
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Rubiel Vazquez
Jeremy Hanson
S. Blanco
Elijio Arreguin

Statistics

Possession
LAG
56%
LAF
44%

Top Statistics

0 Goals 3
0 Big Chances Created 2
4 Shots 5
92 Dangerous attacks 22
59 Possession 41
9 Corners 3
11 Free kicks 12
3 Yellow Cards 0

Match Overview

74 Ball Safe 93
0 Penalties 1
3 Goal Kicks 9
4 Goal Attempts 10
5 Substitutions 5
18 Throwins 15
1 Hit Woodwork 0
4 Successful Headers 11
0 Assists 1
1 Injuries 0
9 Dribble Attempts 21
1 Successful Dribbles 8
11 Successful Dribbles Percentage 38

Attacking

131 Attacks 53

Possession

27 Long Passes 38
589 Passes 414
533 Successful Passes 374
90 Successful Passes Percentage 90
5 Key Passes 11
14 Successful Long Passes 22
52 Successful Long Passes Percentage 58

Defensive

2 Saves 2
20 Tackles 14
7 Interceptions 3
34 Duels Won 45

Build-up

23 Total Crosses 6
4 Accurate Crosses 2

Discipline

13 Fouls 11

Lineup

Referee : Rubiel Vazquez

Starting XI ▼

1
Novak Mićović
Novak Mićović Goalkeeper
6.03
2
Miki Yamane
Miki Yamane Defender
6.22
21
Robert Taylor
Robert Taylor
Midfielder65'
6.6
5
Jakob Glesnes
Jakob Glesnes Defender
6.35
14
John Nelson
John Nelson Defender
5.97
3
Julián Aude
Julián Aude
Defender65'
6.72
15
Justin Haak
Justin Haak Defender
5.85
6
Edwin Cerrillo
Edwin Cerrillo Midfielder
6.08
25
Carlos Garcés
Carlos Garcés
Defender65'
6.58
8
Lucas Sanabria
Lucas Sanabria Midfielder
7.41
22
E. Wynder
E. Wynder Midfielder
6.57
18
Marco Reus
Marco Reus (C) Attacker
7.15
27
Erik Thommy
Erik Thommy Attacker
6.42
26
H. Miller
H. Miller
Defender22'
6.33
28
Joseph Paintsil
Joseph Paintsil Attacker
6.51
24
R. Ramos
R. Ramos
Attacker81'
6.57
Referee : Rubiel Vazquez

Starting XI ▼

1
Hugo Lloris
Hugo Lloris Goalkeeper
7.09
5
Ryan Porteous
Ryan Porteous Defender
7.23
23
Yevgen Cheberko
Yevgen Cheberko Defender
6.92
45
Kenny Nielsen
Kenny Nielsen
Defender75'
6.43
24
Ryan Hollingshead
Ryan Hollingshead Defender
6.93
33
Aaron Long
Aaron Long (C) Defender
6.9
4
Eddie Segura
Eddie Segura Midfielder
6.96
8
Mark Delgado
Mark Delgado Midfielder
8.3
66
Mathieu Choinière
Mathieu Choinière Midfielder
7.05
22
Jude Terry
Jude Terry
Midfielder85'
6.49
7
Heung-min Son
Heung-min Son Attacker
7.98
19
Tyler Boyd
Tyler Boyd
Attacker76'
6.64
18
Jacob Shaffelburg
Jacob Shaffelburg Attacker
6.55
30
David Martínez
David Martínez
Attacker66'
6.66
99
Denis Bouanga
Denis Bouanga Attacker
8.41
17
Jeremy Ebobisse
Jeremy Ebobisse
Attacker85'
6.5

Events

2ND-HALF
85'
Event
Jeremy Ebobisse → Denis Bouanga
9th Substitution
85'
Event
Jude Terry → Mathieu Choinière
10th Substitution
Event
R. Ramos → Joseph Paintsil
8th Substitution
81'
Event
H. Miller
Foul / 3rd Yellowcard
80'
76'
Event
Tyler Boyd → Heung-min Son
7th Substitution
75'
Event
Kenny Nielsen → Yevgen Cheberko
6th Substitution
66'
Event
David Martínez → Jacob Shaffelburg
5th Substitution
Event
Julián Aude → John Nelson
2nd Substitution
65'
Event
Carlos Garcés → Edwin Cerrillo
3rd Substitution
65'
Event
Robert Taylor → Miki Yamane
4th Substitution
65'
57'
Event
Heung-min Son
Right foot shot / 2nd Goal
1ST-HALF
Event
Jakob Glesnes
Foul / 2nd Yellowcard
45+2'
45+1'
Event
Denis Bouanga
Right foot shot / 1st Penalty
Event
Edwin Cerrillo
Foul / 1st Yellowcard
34'
26'
Event
Mark Delgado
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
Event
H. Miller → Erik Thommy
1st Substitution
22'

Match Commentary

90
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
90
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
87
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
85
Substitution Substitution
Substitution: Jeremy Ebobisse comes on for Denis Bouanga.
85
Update Update
Jude Terry comes on for Mathieu Choiniere.
84
Attempt Attempt
Robert Taylor takes a right-footed shot but misses.
81
Update Update
Ruben Ramos Jr. replaces Joseph Paintsil.
80
Attempt Attempt
Tyler Boyd takes a right-footed shot but misses.
80
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Yellow card issued.
79
Attempt Attempt
Lucas Agustin Sanabria Magole's header is saved.
78
Attempt Attempt
David Martinez Morales takes a left-footed shot but misses.
76
Update Update
Tyler Boyd comes on for Son Heung-Min.
75
Substitution Substitution
John Nelson is substituted for Yevgen Cheberko.
75
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
74
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
72
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
72
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
71
Attempt Attempt
Lucas Agustin Sanabria Magole takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
66
Update Update
David Martinez Morales is on, and Jacob Shaffelburg is off.
65
Update Update
Carlos Emiro Torres Garces is on, and Edwin Javier Cerrillo is off.
65
Update Update
Julian Aude comes on for John Nelson.
65
Substitution Substitution
Robert Taylor is substituted for Miki Yamane.
64
Attempt Attempt
Marco Reus takes a left-footed shot but misses.
64
Attempt Attempt
Marco Reus takes a left-footed shot but misses.
64
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
60
Attempt Attempt
Son Heung-Min takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
60
Attempt Attempt
Denis Bouanga takes a shot with his right foot, but it's saved.
60
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
57
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Shot by Son Heung-Min with his right foot results in a goal.
57
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Son Heung-Min scores, making it 3-0, assisted by Marco Delgado.
56
Attempt Attempt
Jakob Glesnes takes a right-footed shot but misses.
53
Attempt Attempt
Justin Haak takes a right-footed shot, but it's blocked.
53
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
48
Attempt Attempt
Son Heung-Min takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
45
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Yellow card.
45
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Denis Bouanga takes a shot with his right foot and scores.
44
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal in the penalty shootout! Denis Bouanga scores, making it 0-2.
42
Attempt Attempt
Son Heung-Min takes a right-footed shot but misses.
42
Attempt Attempt
Harbor Miller takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
42
Attempt Attempt
Lucas Agustin Sanabria Magole takes a left-footed shot but misses.
40
Attempt Attempt
Joseph Paintsil takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
34
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Yellow card issued.
27
Attempt Attempt
Denis Bouanga takes a right-footed shot but misses.
26
Attempt Attempt
Shot from Marco Delgado with his right foot finds the back of the net.
26
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Marco Delgado scores to make it 0-1.
25
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! The score is now 0-1.
22
Update Update
On comes Harbor Miller, off goes Erik Thommy.
11
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
8
Attempt Attempt
Erik Thommy takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
7
Attempt Attempt
Son Heung-Min takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
4
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
2
Attempt Attempt
Shot from Son Heung-Min with his left foot is blocked.
1
Update Update
Kick-off! The referee is Rubiel Vazquez.

CONCLUSION

Los Angeles FC delivered a controlled performance that secured a clear 0-3 victory over LA Galaxy. Early goals established a 2-0 halftime lead and the visitors sustained pressure without receiving any red cards. Despite LA Galaxy's higher possession share the xG figures highlighted the away team's greater threat. The result matched expectations from the metrics and confirmed the stronger side's superiority. Efficiency remained steady across both halves with no major adjustments required. This outcome reinforced Los Angeles FC's position through consistent execution and effective chance creation throughout the fixture.