Major League Soccer Regular Season - 6
Los Angeles Galaxy 1 - 2 FT Minnesota United FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Markanich 44'
HT
A. Markanich (J. Pereyra) 51'
57' M. Reus
↓ N. Romero ↑D. Padelford 61'
M. Duggan 64'
64' ↓ L. Sanabria ↑E. Thommy
64' ↓ J. Aude ↑J. Nelson
K. Yeboah (T. Chancalay) 68'
70' E. Wynder
76' ↓ M. Cuevas ↑M. Yamane
76' ↓ E. Wynder ↑H. Miller
↓ O. Gene ↑C. Harvey 81'
↓ T. Chancalay ↑B. Hlongwane 81'
↓ A. Markanich ↑K. Chandler 82'
90'+3 ↓ E. Cerrillo ↑M. Yoshida
↓ N. Triantis ↑M. Dieng 90'+6
K. Duncan 90'+8
90'+8 C. Garces
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Los Angeles Galaxy
Goalkeepers
James Marcinkowski 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Mauricio Cuevas 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Justin Haak 
MAGNET
105
Activity
105
Activity
95
Passes
10
Duels
Carlos Garcés
MAGNET
95
Activity
95
Activity
83
Passes
12
Duels
Julián Aude
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Edwin Cerrillo
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
76
Passes
8
Duels
Elijah Wynder
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Gabriel Pec
MAGNET
72
Activity
72
Activity
59
Passes
13
Duels
Marco Reus 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Lucas Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Forwards
João Klauss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Novak Mićović 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
John Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miki Yamane 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Maya Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harbor Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chris Rindov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erik Thommy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Isaiah Parente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruben Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Minnesota United FC
Goalkeepers
Drake Callender
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jefferson Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morris Duggan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolás Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Midfielders
Kyle Duncan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nectarios Triantis 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Owen Gene
MAGNET
70
Activity
70
Activity
65
Passes
5
Duels
Anthony Markanich
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Joaquín Pereyra 
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
0
Contribution
0
Contribution
7.5
Rating
Yes
Captain
Kelvin Yeboah
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Tomás Chancalay
MAGNET
54
Activity
54
Activity
42
Passes
12
Duels
BENCH
Alec Smir
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Devin Padelford 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
D.J. Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kieran Chandler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dominik Fitz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Harvey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Dieng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bongokuhle Hlongwane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 03/22/2025 | Minnesota United FC | 2 - 2 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 02/12/2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Minnesota United FC | Friendlies Clubs | Empire Polo Club |
| 11/24/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 6 - 2 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 07/08/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 1 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 05/16/2024 | Minnesota United FC | 2 - 2 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 10/08/2023 | Minnesota United FC | 5 - 2 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 09/21/2023 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 4 - 3 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 06/30/2022 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 3 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 05/19/2022 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
10/19/2025
03/22/2025
02/12/2025
11/24/2024
07/08/2024
05/16/2024
10/08/2023
09/21/2023
06/30/2022
05/19/2022
Los Angeles Galaxy Win
Minnesota United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +10
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -8
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +19
P: 10 GD: +20
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -18
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Loons Uprising: Minnesota Stun Winless Galaxy
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. An inspired underdog performance and a clinical second half handed Minnesota United a vital road victory while deepening LA Galaxy's early-season crisis.
Early Friction
The atmosphere at Dignity Health Sports Park was thick with tension as the Los Angeles Galaxy desperately sought their first win of the campaign to appease a restless home crowd. The hosts started brightly, pinning the opposition back and eventually controlling possession with a commanding 58% of the ball over the course of the match. They peppered the visitors' penalty area with relentless pressure, registering a staggering 20 shots overall. Despite this high Intensity in the opening phases, exceptional goalkeeper heroics from the visitors kept the home attackers completely frustrated. Minnesota United FC absorbed the relentless pressure brilliantly, maintaining an organized defensive shape. A high Upset Factor was already brewing underneath the surface, even as the first half ended in a tense, scoreless tactical stalemate that left the home faithful wanting more.
The Second-Half Shootout
The game exploded into life right after the break, shifting from a slow burn into an outright shootout. In the 51st minute, A. Markanich broke the deadlock for the visitors, slotting home a precise finish after a brilliant setup by J. Pereyra. The Galaxy responded almost immediately, pushing their lines higher to restore Balance to the contest. Their efforts paid off when M. Reus found the back of the net in the 57th minute, driving the stadium into a frenzy and seemingly shifting momentum back to the hosts. But Minnesota refused to script a standard draw or crumble under the pressure. Just 11 minutes later, K. Yeboah capitalized on a razor-sharp feed from T. Chancalay to ruthlessly retake the lead.
The Final Reckoning
Trailing 2-1 and watching the clock tick down, the Galaxy threw everything forward, culminating in a chaotic final stretch characterized by a desperate barrage of shots. However, Nectarios Triantis commanded the midfield with a definitive Man of the Match performance, expertly breaking up local attacks and releasing the defensive pressure. The goalkeepers were spectacular, combining for nine crucial saves on the night and ensuring the slender margin remained intact. This massive away victory elevates Minnesota's Stakes in the standings, pushing them into a comfortable eighth place and extending their solid run of form. Meanwhile, Los Angeles remains rooted in 13th place. The Galaxy's winless streak rolls on, leaving the coaching staff searching for immediate answers after a deeply frustrating night under the California lights.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals in this match?
A. Markanich and K. Yeboah scored for Minnesota United, while M. Reus netted the lone goal for LA Galaxy.
Who was the standout performer?
Nectarios Triantis earned Man of the Match for Minnesota United, expertly marshaling the midfield to secure the 2-1 away victory.
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.
First Blood Beckons in Los Angeles
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 9/100. An early-season clash with heavy knockout implications sets the stage for a tight first leg.
The Setup
Both sides stumble into this fixture with identical records and a sputtering Form rating. Gameweek five is early days, but the Los Angeles Galaxy and Minnesota United FC are already fighting for momentum. The narrative shifts under the lights at Dignity Health Sports Park. This is just part one of a two-leg tie, with the crucial return fixture slated for September 20th in Minnesota. With a modest Stakes grade reflecting the early season, the true focus is building a first-leg advantage. A tilted Balance score points to a slight edge for the hosts, largely driven by the visitors' leaky defence conceding heavily on the road.
Key Battle
João Klauss has been an absolute goal machine for the hosts. With a high Stars rating backing his electric start, the Brazilian forward will test Nicolás Romero all night. The Minnesota defender faces a monumental task keeping Klauss quiet to ensure the tie remains alive for the second leg.
Our Prediction
The Galaxy will leverage their home advantage to the fullest. Expect a narrow victory for Los Angeles, dictated by their attacking talisman finding the net, leaving the visitors with everything to do in the September rematch.