Major League Soccer Regular Season - 16
Los Angeles Galaxy 1 - 1 FT Houston Dynamo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
M. Bogusz 20'
28' J. Paintsil (M. Yamane)
37' J. Paintsil
A. Resch 38'
Guilherme (J. McGlynn) 41'
HT
57' ↓ E. Thommy ↑L. Sanabria
57' ↓ E. Wynder ↑Matheus Nascimento
Felipe Andrade 57'
↓ O. Lingr ↑E. Ponce 66'
67' ↓ M. Yamane ↑M. Cuevas
↓ H. Herrera ↑A. Bouzat 78'
↓ Artur ↑D. Samassekou 78'
79' ↓ J. Paintsil ↑H. Miller
↓ Guilherme ↑I. Aliyu 85'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Los Angeles Galaxy
Goalkeepers
JT Marcinkowski 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Miki Yamane 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
59%
Pass Acc
Jakob Glesnes 
MAGNET
106
Activity
106
Activity
105
Passes
1
Duels
Justin Haak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
John Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Elijah Wynder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Edwin Cerrillo
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
88
Passes
2
Duels
Gabriel Pec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erik Thommy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Joseph Paintsil 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Marco Reus
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Novak Mićović 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mauricio Cuevas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Aude
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maya Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harbor Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Nascimento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruben Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Houston Dynamo
Goalkeepers
Jonathan Bond
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Felipe Andrade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antônio Carlos 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
5
Blocks
Agustin Resch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lawrence Ennali 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Artur
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Mateusz Bogusz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack McGlynn
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
1
Assists
59%
Pass Acc
Héctor Herrera
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Guilherme
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Ondrej Lingr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Blake Gillingham
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Franco Negri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erik Sviatchenko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Agustín Bouzat
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diadié Samassékou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duane Holmes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezequiel Ponce
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Aliyu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nick Markanich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/07/2025 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 04/13/2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 10/20/2024 | Houston Dynamo | 2 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 05/26/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 09/03/2023 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 0 - 0 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 04/09/2023 | Houston Dynamo | 3 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 10/09/2022 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 3 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | PNC Stadium |
| 05/23/2022 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 0 - 3 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 10/21/2021 | Houston Dynamo | 0 - 3 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | PNC Stadium |
| 09/16/2021 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
09/07/2025
04/13/2025
10/20/2024
05/26/2024
09/03/2023
04/09/2023
10/09/2022
05/23/2022
10/21/2021
09/16/2021
Los Angeles Galaxy Win
Houston Dynamo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +17
P: 12 GD: +16
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -16
League Standings
P: 14 GD: +22
P: 15 GD: +19
P: 14 GD: +7
P: 15 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 14 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 14 GD: +6
P: 15 GD: 0
P: 15 GD: +3
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 14 GD: -4
P: 14 GD: -6
P: 15 GD: -12
P: 14 GD: -22
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
LA Galaxy and Dynamo Split Points in Carson Shootout
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 31/100. Despite a relentless barrage of chances and set-piece pressure, neither side could break the deadlock after a frantic first half of action.
First Half Firefight
Galaxy controlled possession (55%) and came out firing at Dignity Health Sports Park. The early Intensity was evident as the hosts launched wave after wave of attacks, utilizing their wingers to stretch the field. Their breakthrough arrived in the 28th minute when M. Yamane carved out vital space on the flank to set up J. Paintsil, who confidently buried the opening goal. The Los Angeles Galaxy looked entirely poised to run away with the match at this stage, pressing hard and utilizing their distinct advantage in corner kicks to keep the pressure dialed to the maximum. Earning chance after chance, the home crowd anticipated a comfortable lead as they dictated the tempo and territory against a retreating Houston block.
The Dynamo Counter-Punch
Just when the hosts seemed entirely comfortable dictating the flow, the Balance shifted completely against the run of play. The Houston Dynamo refused to fold under the offensive avalanche, finding their crucial lifeline right before the half-time break. In the 41st minute, J. McGlynn threaded a defense-splitting pass directly to Guilherme, who finished with absolute precision to level the score. Suddenly, the momentum completely flipped. The visitors, despite seeing less of the ball overall, proved remarkably efficient when breaking into space. The match quickly transformed into an end-to-end shooting gallery, with a combined 28 shots testing the resolve of both defensive lines. Houston's resilience stunned the home fans and set up a gripping tactical battle for the second half.
Goalkeeping Masterclass Preserves Point
The second half evolved into an absolute showcase of goalkeeper heroics that frustrated the attackers on both sides. With the Stakes rising as both teams desperately sought a vital regular-season victory to climb the table, the men standing between the posts combined for eight massive saves to preserve the deadlock. Edwin Cerrillo put in a monumental shift in midfield for the Galaxy, dictating the tempo and breaking up counters, but it simply wasn't enough to secure all three points. For Houston, surviving the onslaught and stealing a point on the road keeps them comfortably hovering near the playoff places. Meanwhile, the Galaxy will leave the pitch entirely frustrated by a massive 2.32 expected goals tally that yielded just one actual strike.
Key Questions
Who scored for LA Galaxy?
J. Paintsil found the net in the 28th minute, beautifully assisted by M. Yamane.
Who equalized for Houston Dynamo?
Guilherme scored the crucial tying goal in the 41st minute following a sharp pass from J. McGlynn.
Who was the standout performer?
Guilherme earned top honors with a commanding midfield display and the vital equalizing goal.
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.
Attacking Firepower Meets Defensive Frailty in LA
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 36/100. With leaky backlines and in-form attackers clashing, expect a chaotic shootout that will test both managers' nerves.
The Setup
A fascinating regular season encounter awaits at Dignity Health Sports Park as Los Angeles Galaxy host Houston Dynamo. The Stakes might be modest at this stage of the campaign, with the Dynamo sitting sixth and the Galaxy trailing narrowly in ninth, but the underlying numbers point to pure entertainment. The home side brings a solid overall Form rating into the contest, yet their home woes are undeniable—managing just one win in four attempts in front of their own fans. Conversely, the visitors boast an upper-hand in the standings but share a similarly vulnerable defensive record. With a combined concession rate that alarms both camps, the competitive Balance tips only slightly toward the hosts. Crucially, a high Stars rating indicates that elite individual quality will likely define the outcome rather than tactical rigidity.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on a brilliant midfield duel. Gabriel Pec is operating as a one-man wrecking ball for the Galaxy, combining elite finishing with creative flair. He will look to outshine Jack McGlynn, who dictates the tempo and provides a vital goal threat for the Dynamo from deep. Whichever playmaker finds the most space between the lines will dictate the flow of this match.
Our Prediction
We are backing a high-octane 2-2 draw. Both teams have the firepower to exploit their opponent's defensive gaps, but neither possesses the resilience to comfortably defend a lead. Expect a thrilling, end-to-end spectacle where the points are shared.