Major League Soccer Regular Season - 9
Columbus Crew 2 - 1 FT Los Angeles Galaxy
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ J. Aude ↑J. Nelson 22'
40' D. Gazdag (H. Picard)
Gabriel Pec 45'+5
HT
47' D. Rossi (M. Arfsten)
↓ M. Yoshida ↑C. Garces 62'
↓ R. Ramos ↑H. Miller 62'
↓ E. Wynder ↑J. Paintsil 62'
73' ↓ H. Picard ↑A. Herrera
73' ↓ D. Gazdag ↑S. Bangoura
↓ E. Cerrillo ↑I. Parente 77'
Gabriel Pec 86'
88' ↓ D. Rossi ↑J. Thiare
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Columbus Crew
Goalkeepers
Patrick Schulte 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Steven Moreira 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Rudy Camacho 
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
82
Passes
6
Duels
Sean Zawadzki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malte Amundsen 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Midfielders
Maximilian Arfsten 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Dylan Chambost
MAGNET
100
Activity
100
Activity
96
Passes
4
Duels
Taha Habroune
MAGNET
115
Activity
115
Activity
98
Passes
17
Duels
Hugo Picard
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
Forwards
Diego Rossi
MAGNET
49
Activity
49
Activity
39
Passes
10
Duels
Daniel Gazdag 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Nicholas Hagen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Marcelo Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Owen Presthus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cesar Ruvalcaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yevhen Cheberko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sekou Tidiany Bangoura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amar Sejdic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamal Thiare
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nariman Akhundzade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Los Angeles Galaxy
Goalkeepers
James Marcinkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Miki Yamane 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Maya Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Justin Haak
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
91
Passes
11
Duels
Julián Aude 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Lucas Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edwin Cerrillo
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Elijah Wynder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Forwards
Gabriel Pec 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
Marco Reus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruben Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
BENCH
Novak Mićović
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
John Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harbor Miller
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Carlos Garcés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Cuevas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chris Rindov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Isaiah Parente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Troy Elgersma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joseph Paintsil 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
28
Minutes
7.2
Rating
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2023 | Columbus Crew | 2 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 05/08/2019 | Columbus Crew | 3 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | MAPFRE Stadium |
| 07/08/2018 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 4 - 0 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | StubHub Center |
| 08/23/2017 | Columbus Crew | 2 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | MAPFRE Stadium |
| 09/04/2016 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | StubHub Center |
| 06/13/2015 | Columbus Crew | 1 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | MAPFRE Stadium |
| 08/16/2014 | Columbus Crew | 4 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Columbus Crew Stadium |
| 07/05/2013 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Stubhub Center |
| 08/15/2012 | Columbus Crew | 1 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Columbus Crew Stadium |
05/17/2023
05/08/2019
07/08/2018
08/23/2017
09/04/2016
06/13/2015
08/16/2014
07/05/2013
08/15/2012
Columbus Crew Win
Los Angeles Galaxy Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +15
P: 10 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 11 GD: -11
P: 11 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -16
P: 10 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Crew Find Salvation Against Stagnant Galaxy
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 16/100. Columbus Crew's gritty 2-1 triumph at Lower.com Field provides a critical lifeline for a squad desperate to escape the early-season doldrums.
Early Control
Both teams arrived at Lower.com Field carrying the heavy weight of sluggish starts to the campaign. The Stakes were unmistakably high for this early spring encounter, with both sides parked awkwardly near the bottom of the table and desperate for momentum. Columbus dictated the early tempo right from the kickoff. They controlled possession with a solid 57% share, building patiently from the back line and methodically squeezing Los Angeles into their own defensive third. The Columbus Crew utilized an aggressive, high-energy press to constantly disrupt the visitors' rhythm. While the visitors tried in vain to rely on the visionary midfield play of Riqui Puig, the engine room belonged entirely to the hosts. The visiting side managed a paltry 51 total attacks compared to Columbus's 119, painting a remarkably clear picture of early territorial dominance. The hosts simply refused to let the Galaxy breathe.
The Breakthrough
The match practically demanded a moment of individual brilliance or tactical sharpness to break the early deadlock. Despite a rather low combined expected goals tally, the Balance of the contest definitively shifted when the hosts turned their sustained pressure into tangible rewards. A relentless flurry of 14 total shots from the home side eventually cracked a weary Galaxy defense. Striker Cucho Hernández was a constant nuisance up top, intelligently pulling central defenders out of position to create dangerous pockets of space inside the penalty area. The Los Angeles Galaxy found themselves constantly pinned on the back foot. Their glaring inability to cleanly pass out of the defensive third—evidenced by losing possession in dangerous transition areas—allowed Columbus to keep the attacking pressure cooking. The 2-1 scoreline perfectly reflected the sheer Intensity of this tight, evenly-matched thriller, rewarding the side that actively forced the issue.
Holding On
Late in the match, the visitors desperately attempted to mount a dramatic comeback. However, their offensive output remained agonizingly toothless, as they managed to register just one solitary shot on target throughout the entire night. Columbus naturally retreated slightly, sensibly shifting their tactical focus to preserving the slender, hard-fought lead. They racked up seven crucial interceptions and cleared their lines efficiently to successfully nullify any lingering Upset Factor. This narrow victory serves as a massive sigh of relief for the Crew, lifting them slightly from the league's basement and injecting some vital belief. Meanwhile, Galaxy's form continues to plummet into alarming territory. Without a serious attacking overhaul, their season genuinely threatens to unravel completely before the summer even arrives. Our take is undeniable: this was a crucial morale-booster for the resilient hosts, but a glaring red flag for Los Angeles.
Key Questions
How did Columbus Crew secure the win?
Columbus controlled possession at 57% and relentlessly pressured the Galaxy defense, generating 14 total shots and completely suffocating the visitors' midfield.
Why did LA Galaxy struggle offensively?
The Galaxy managed only a single shot on target, heavily hampered by poor transition play and a massive failure to sustain meaningful attacks.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Columbus Crew Face Early Crisis Against Galaxy
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 17/100. With both sides stumbling out of the gates and struggling for consistency, this early-season clash is more about survival at the bottom of the table than pure spectacle.
The Setup
This April 22, 2026 clash at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field brings together two MLS heavyweights currently punching below their weight. Columbus Crew sit 12th in the standings, desperately seeking their first home win after failing to secure a victory in their opening three matches on familiar turf. Their sluggish Form rating is a serious concern. The visiting Los Angeles Galaxy are only marginally better off in 11th. While the competitive Balance suggests an even contest, the overall Stakes remain incredibly low given how early we are in the regular season. However, what this matchup lacks in immediate league consequences, it partially makes up for in pure individual talent, boasting a Stars rating that hints at moments of individual brilliance.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Wessam Abou Ali and Marco Reus. The home side's attacker has been a rare bright spark, carrying the offensive burden for Columbus. Meanwhile, the Galaxy's veteran playmaker continues to dictate tempo and find the back of the net. Whichever of these marquee names can bypass the opposing midfield will likely tilt the scales for their struggling team.
Our Prediction
Despite their home woes, we expect Columbus to edge a scrappy 2-1 victory. The oddsmakers favor the hosts, and their attacking talent should eventually click in front of their own supporters against a vulnerable Los Angeles backline.