MLS Match Preview: Los Angeles Galaxy (3-14-7) vs. Seattle Sounders FC (10-6-8)

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Match Details

Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM PT / 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, CA

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV), FS1, FOX Deportes

Weather: Clear skies, 76°F

Team Overview

LA Galaxy

Record: 3–14–7 (15th in Western Conference)

Recent Form (All Competitions): W-D-W-W-L

Key Notes:

Despite a historically poor start, Galaxy are unbeaten in 4 of last 5 matches

Dominated Santos Laguna 4–0 in Leagues Cup, showing signs of resurgence

Dejan Joveljić scored the winner vs Seattle in 2024 Western Conference Final

Still last in MLS standings, but Leagues Cup form has boosted morale

Player to Watch:

Dejan Joveljić – clutch scorer, 3 goals in last 5 matches

Seattle Sounders FC

Record: 10–6–8 (4th in Western Conference)

Recent Form (All Competitions): W-W-W-D-W

Key Notes:

Unbeaten in last 9 matches (6–0–3), including 3–0–0 in Leagues Cup

Scored 22 goals in last 7 matches — club record pace

Osaze De Rosario has 3 goals in 133 minutes across 4 matches

Albert Rusnák and Ryan Kent are doubtful with hamstring injuries

Player to Watch:

Osaze De Rosario – emerging threat, scored vs Club Tijuana midweek

Head-to-Head Snapshot

Last 5 MeetingsGalaxy WinsDrawsSounders Wins
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Galaxy have had Seattle’s number recently, including a 1–0 playoff win in 2024.

Tactical Breakdown

LA Galaxy:

4-2-3-1 with emphasis on wide play and late runs into the box

Defensive frailty remains a concern — 2.1 goals conceded per match

Leagues Cup form suggests improved midfield control

Seattle Sounders:

Fluid 4-3-3 with aggressive pressing and overlapping fullbacks

Dangerous in transition and set pieces

Depth tested due to injuries, but form remains strong

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles Galaxy + 130             Draw + 255         Seattle Sounders FC + 175

Over 2.5 – 170                   Under 2.5 + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, August 9, 2025

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