Football Result

Marco Reus 6', 87'
Denis Bouanga 13'
Nathan Ordaz 50'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
35.5%
25.3%
39.2%
We were not sure. Balanced game was expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.57
0.644
Game Stats
Goals
2
2
Shots on Target
4
4
Shots
10
13
Possession
47.4%
52.6%
Fouls
16
13
Yellow Cards
2
3
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
1
1
Offsides
2
1
Saves
2
2
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-3-3


Location
Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
LA Galaxy
L L L L L
LAFC
W D W D D
2025-05-19 | Game Summary

The MLS match between LA Galaxy and LAFC at Dignity Health Sports Park ended in a 2-2 draw. Marco Reus scored twice for the Galaxy in the 6th and 87th minutes, while Denis Bouanga (13') and Nathan Ordaz (50') found the net for LAFC. The game saw LAFC holding a slight possession advantage with 52.6% compared to LA Galaxy's 47.4%. LAFC also edged out LA Galaxy in total shots, 13 to 10, although both teams had 4 shots on target. The match was fairly contested, with LA Galaxy committing 16 fouls and receiving 2 yellow cards, while LAFC committed 13 fouls and received 3 yellow cards.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored LAFC to win, with a 39.2% win probability, while the draw probability was predicted at 25.3%. The actual result, a draw, contradicted the AI's prediction, though the AI model expected a balanced game.
LA Galaxy, playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation, showed resilience after a string of losses in their previous five MLS games. Prior to this match, they suffered defeats against Philadelphia Union, New York Red Bulls, Sporting Kansas City, Portland Timbers and Austin FC. On the other hand, LAFC, playing a 4-3-3 formation, had a mixed run of form with two wins and three draws in their previous five matches. Their recent form showed victories against Seattle Sounders FC and Houston Dynamo, and draws against Vancouver Whitecaps, St. Louis CITY SC and Portland Timbers.
LA Galaxy's next game is against San Jose Earthquakes, who have been in relatively better form recently. LAFC will face CF Montréal, who are struggling after a heavy defeat against Toronto FC. Analyzing the head-to-head history between LA Galaxy and LAFC, recent matches have been closely contested, with both teams capable of securing victories. LA Galaxy will aim to build on this draw and improve their form against San Jose Earthquakes, whereas LAFC look to convert draws into wins as they face CF Montreal.

2025-05-17 | Pre-game insights

On May 18, 2025, the LA Galaxy will face LAFC at Dignity Health Sports Park in a highly anticipated MLS clash. An AI model predicts an LAFC victory, despite the Galaxy playing on their home turf. The AI gives LA Galaxy a rating of 0.57, whereas LAFC is rated 0.644. The model gives LA Galaxy a 35.5% chance of winning, compared to LAFC's 39.2%, with a 25.3% chance of a draw.
LA Galaxy have struggled in their recent matches, losing all of their last five games. On the other hand, LAFC have been in better form, with two wins and three draws in their last five games. LAFC's attack, spearheaded by young striker Julian Carranza, has been particularly impressive. However, the Galaxy will be hoping that veteran midfielder Riqui Puig can inspire them to an unexpected victory. Recent head-to-head results have been mixed, with both teams claiming wins. All eyes will be on Carson to see if the AI's prediction comes to fruition.