Game Details
Matchup: San Diego FC vs. LA Galaxy
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM PT
Venue: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
TV Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)
Team Overview & Recent Performance
San Diego FC
San Diego FC has been one of the strongest expansion teams in MLS history, sitting near the top of the Western Conference with 24 points from 14 matches. They have been unbeaten in their last four games, including a dominant 5-0 victory over FC Dallas earlier this month.
San Diego’s defense has been exceptional, conceding just one goal in their last 400 minutes of play. Their home form has been outstanding, losing just one of their first eight matches at Snapdragon Stadium.
Key players include Hirving Lozano, who has been a game-changer since arriving from PSV, and Northern Ireland international Paddy McNair, who anchors the defense.
LA Galaxy
The Galaxy have endured a nightmare season, sitting rock-bottom of the Western Conference with just four points from 14 matches. They have yet to win a game this season and suffered a humiliating 7-0 loss to the New York Red Bulls on May 11.
Defensive struggles have plagued LA, as they have conceded 33 goals, the worst tally in the Western Conference. However, they managed a 2-2 draw against LAFC earlier this month, showing some resilience.
Key players include Marco Reus, who scored a brace against LAFC, and Christian Ramirez, who has been one of their few bright spots in attack.
Key Matchups
San Diego’s Attack vs. LA Galaxy’s Defense
San Diego has been clinical in front of goal, while LA Galaxy has struggled defensively, conceding 33 goals in 14 matches. If San Diego can exploit LA’s defensive weaknesses, they could dominate.
Hirving Lozano vs. LA Galaxy’s Backline
Lozano has been San Diego’s most dangerous attacker, and he’ll look to capitalize on LA’s defensive struggles. If he gets space, he could be a game-changer.
Marco Reus vs. San Diego’s Defense
Reus has been one of LA’s few bright spots, and if he can find openings, he could help the Galaxy stay competitive.
San Diego has the momentum, home-field advantage, and defensive stability, making them the favorites. LA Galaxy will need a miracle performance to pull off an upset.
MATCH ODDS
San Diego FC – 170 Draw + 310 Los Angeles Galaxy + 360
Over 2.5 – 180 Under 2.5 + 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 23, 2025
