LA Galaxy’s poor season continued with a 1-0 loss to Sporting Kansas City after a 13th-minute own goal by defender Maya Yoshida. It was the only goal of the match and kept the Galaxy winless through 11 games.
Galaxy Remain Winless with 0-8-3 Record
The LA Galaxy now hold a 0-8-3 record, marking the worst start ever by a defending MLS champion. Despite past success against Sporting KC, the Galaxy couldn’t change their luck this time.
Pulskamp Secures Clean Sheet for Sporting KC
Sporting KC’s John Pulskamp only needed to make one save during the match to earn his second clean sheet of the season. His key save came just before halftime, stopping a shot from Galaxy’s John Nelson.
Galaxy Offense Struggles Without Puig and Stars
LA Galaxy’s offense has struggled without Riqui Puig, who remains out with a knee injury. Star players Joseph Paintsil and Gabriel Pec have only managed four goal contributions this season, compared to 50 last year.
Joveljic Shines After Move to Sporting KC
Dejan Joveljic, who played for LA Galaxy during their 2024 MLS Cup win, now leads Sporting KC with five goals. His transfer marked the first-ever cash-for-player deal in league history.
Coaching History Between Vanney and Zavagnin
Sporting KC’s interim coach Kerry Zavagnin and Galaxy coach Greg Vanney were once teammates on the US Men’s National Team. They also faced off in the 2000 MLS Conference Final, where Zavagnin’s team won.
What’s Next for LA Galaxy and Sporting KC?
LA Galaxy will next face the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, hoping to end their winless streak. Sporting KC will play against the Portland Timbers on the same day.
