Active in Major League Soccer
John Nelson
Defender #14
Age 28 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €800K
Career
No transfer history
John Nelson Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 9%
Weight 36%
Experience 63%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 15%
Weight 45%
Experience 67%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 53
Shooting 27
Defense 46
Workrate 16
Passing 17
Key Strength 53 Dribbling
Area to Watch 16 Workrate
Match Stats
Recent appearances across all competitions
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 2-2 San Diego | 90' | 6.1 | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 2-0 Portland Timbers | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | St. Louis City 6-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 0' | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 89 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 3-2 Colorado Rapids | 90' | 6.1 | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Minnesota United FC 2-3 Los Angeles Galaxy | 24' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 Seattle Sounders | 90' | 6.8 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0 Los Angeles Galaxy | 21' | 5.7 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Sep 06, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1 New England Revolution | 0' | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug 30, 2026 | San Diego 3-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 25' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug 22, 2026 | CF Montreal 2-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 72' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes | 1' | - | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Houston Dynamo 1-0 Los Angeles Galaxy | 90' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Aug 02, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 0-0 FC Dallas | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | San Jose Earthquakes 1-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 36' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-3 St. Louis City | 64' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 0-3 Los Angeles FC | 65' | 5.6 | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| May 24, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 Houston Dynamo | 93' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| May 17, 2026 | Seattle Sounders 0-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 93' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| May 14, 2026 | Sporting Kansas City 3-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 91' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| May 09, 2026 | Atlanta United FC 1-2 Los Angeles Galaxy | 91' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 70 |
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| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Los Angeles FC vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 51 |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy vs Austin | 37 |
| Nov 08, 2026 | Real Salt Lake vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 43 |
Player Market Value
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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.