LA Galaxy Falls to San Diego FC 2-1 in mls Thriller
The win is crucial for San Diego's playoff hopes, and the team will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. The Galaxy, on the other hand, must address their defensive errors and find a way to turn their season around if they hope to make a push for the playoffs.
San Diego FC secured a crucial 2-1 win over the LA Galaxy, thanks to Hirving "Chucky" Lozano's late goal in stoppage time, maintaining their momentum in the Western Conference standings and dealing a significant blow to the Galaxy's playoff hopes.
The match saw both teams exchange goals, with the Galaxy taking the lead in the 40th minute through Diego Fagundez's strike, only for San Diego to equalize just a minute later through Luca De La Torre. Despite having several chances to win, including missed opportunities by Joseph Paintsil and Marco Reus, the Galaxy ultimately fell victim to a defensive error in stoppage time.
The loss extends the Galaxy's winless streak to three months, with the team now having suffered 15 consecutive losses. Novak Micovic, who started in goal for the Galaxy, has lost all four games he's started this season, raising concerns about the team's defensive capabilities. Christian Ramirez, the team's leading scorer, was left out of the starting lineup but entered the game in the 73rd minute and scored the Galaxy's only goal.
The Galaxy will look to regroup and bounce back at home against the San Jose Earthquakes on May 28, while San Diego FC will aim to maintain their momentum in the Western Conference standings. With the win, San Diego FC has demonstrated their resilience and fighting spirit, and Lozano's goal has showcased his ability to perform under pressure.