Active in Major League Soccer
John Nelson
Defender #14
Age 27 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €1M
Career
No transfer history
John Vincent Nelson Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 8%
Weight 35%
Experience 61%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 15%
Weight 44%
Experience 65%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 0
Shooting 0
Defense 0
Workrate 0
Passing 0
Key Strength 0 Dribbling
Area to Watch 0 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for John Vincent Nelson this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2026 | San Diego 3-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 25' | 6.6 | - | - | 67 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes | 1' | - | - | - | 50 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Houston Dynamo 1-0 Los Angeles Galaxy | 90' | 5.9 | - | 0 | 52 |
| Aug 02, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 0-0 FC Dallas | 94' | 7.2 | - | - | 23 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | San Jose Earthquakes 1-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 36' | 6.2 | - | - | 73 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-3 St. Louis City | 64' | 6.5 | - | - | 63 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 0-3 Los Angeles FC | 65' | 5.6 | - | - | 38 |
| May 24, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 Houston Dynamo | 93' | 6.2 | - | - | 40 |
| May 17, 2026 | Seattle Sounders 0-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 93' | 7.3 | - | - | 56 |
| May 14, 2026 | Sporting Kansas City 3-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 91' | 6.0 | - | - | 53 |
| May 09, 2026 | Atlanta United FC 1-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 91' | 6.5 | - | - | 70 |
| May 03, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 Vancouver Whitecaps | 96' | 6.3 | - | - | 54 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1 Real Salt Lake | 89' | 6.7 | - | - | 50 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Columbus Crew 2-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 68' | 5.6 | - | 0 | 27 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | FC Dallas 2-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 97' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 06, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs New England Revolution | 63 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Vancouver Whitecaps vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 54 |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs Seattle Sounders | 34 |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Minnesota United FC vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 31 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids | 40 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | St. Louis City vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 32 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs Portland Timbers | 36 |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs San Diego | 41 |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Los Angeles FC vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 41 |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs Austin | 36 |
Player Market Value
Track John Vincent Nelson's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €800K
Peak Value €800K (Q3'22)
€800K €400K €0
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John Nelson serves as LA Galaxy's Bronze-tier utility option. Our verdict points to a versatile contributor capable of filling tactical gaps along the left flank. Having joined from St. Louis CITY, the 28-year-old American leverages his diverse domestic experience to establish a solid foothold in the setup.
With eight appearances and 344 minutes logged on the pitch, Nelson is constructing his match profile step by step. This leads to an emerging reliability classification, but the signs are highly encouraging. The underlying metrics confirm his designated role as a versatile asset who prioritizes tactical discipline over individual flash. Operating without a single dominant attacking or defensive dimension just yet, he presents a rounded, developing profile. Most notably, his form indicators show he is on an upward trajectory, proving capable of finding a vital rhythm when called upon for squad rotations or late-match adjustments. His match outings showcase a player hitting top form, significantly outperforming his baseline season ability.
Maintaining a steady market value of €1M, Nelson represents a smart, low-risk squad-building piece. While he might not command the highest transfer fees, his tactical flexibility and upward form curve provide undeniable baseline value for any roster navigating a grueling campaign.