LA GALAXY NEWS

Riqui Puig - Limited impact Saturday Puig had one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Puig should be the Galaxy's main creative threat on a game-to-game basis, but he was annulled in this match and couldn't thrive against Kansas City's pressure in midfield. Puig has four shots and two chances created in his first two games of the season, and he will try to record his first goal contribution when the Galaxy takes on the Whitecaps on Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gaston Brugman - Helpful defensively in draw Brugman had three tackles (two won) and four clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact The Galaxy were overmatched most of the time and that forced Brugman to work hard in midfield, but he thrived under those conditions and delivered a solid defensive-minded stat line. Brugman should remain a starter when the Galaxy take on the Whitecaps on Saturday, but given the nature of his game and his position on the pitch, he shouldn't be a major fantasy asset.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efrain Alvarez - Active in scoreless draw Alvarez registered two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Alvarez looked active on the right side of the midfielder for the Galaxy, creating changes and recording multiple shots for the second game in a row. However, he was subbed off in the second half for the second time as well, and that reduces his fantasy upside. He'll try to deliver an improved effort when the Galaxy take on the Whitecaps on Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bond - Massive against Sporting KC Bond made 11 saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bond conceded three goals in the season opener, and even though the defensive woes were noticeable for the second game in a row, he was massive to deny SKC time and time on Saturday. The 11 saves were an anomaly and shouldn't be an expected output in future games, but this goes to show the quality of goalkeeping the Galaxy has. Bond should be the starter when the Galaxy take on the Whitecaps on Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy, USMNT prospect Jalen Neal shines in first MLS start | MLSSoccer.com In preseason camp, LA Galaxy head coach and sporting director Greg Vanney noted homegrown center back Jalen Neal was poised for a breakout y...

MARCH 12, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sporting KC and LA Galaxy play to scoreless draw

Sporting Kansas City still has yet to score a goal this season after a 0-0 draw with the LA Galaxy

MARCH 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sporting Kansas City hosts the LA Galaxy in Western Conference play

The LA Galaxy take on Sporting Kansas City in Western Conference play

MARCH 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ferreira and Dallas visit the Vancouver Whitecaps

Jesus Ferreira leads Dallas into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps following a two-goal performance against the LA Galaxy

MARCH 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Douglas Costa - Still out against Kansas City Costa (calf) will remain sidelined for Saturday's clash against Sporting KC, according to the Galaxy's injury report.

Impact Costa will miss a second straight game to begin the 2023 campaign due to a hamstring injury. Efrain Alvarez lined up on the right wing in his absence against FC Dallas last weekend.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chase Gasper - Questionable for Saturday Gasper (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Sporting Kansas City, per LA Galaxy injury report.

Impact Gasper has been sidelined this season with a thigh injury and is in doubt for the match against Kansas City. He will continue to be a second option for left back, with Raheem Edwards the favorite in that position for the team.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tyler Boyd - Takes shot off bench Boyd subbed into Saturday's match against FC Dallas in the 71st minute, taking a shot in the 3-1 defeat.

Impact Boyd made his MLS debut Saturday just a few weeks after joining the Galaxy from Turkey. The 28-year-old could be a versatile depth option all across the pitch this season.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Memo Rodriguez - Starts in season opener Rodriguez created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Rodriguez slotted straight into the Galaxy's XI on the left wing Saturday following his January move from Houston, though the absences of Chicharito (hamstring) and Douglas Costa (calf) undoubtably helped open up some space in the lineup.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gaston Brugman - Takes two shots against Dallas Brugman took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Saturday's season-opening defeat against FC Dallas. He also made four interceptions and won one of two tackles in...

Impact Brugman played well on both sides of the ball despite his side's defeat to open up the 2023 campaign on Saturday. He, Riqui Puig and Marco Delgado will remain the Galaxy's starting midfield trio this season.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marky Delgado - Creates two chances in loss Delgado took a shot and created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 season-opening defeat against FC Dallas. He also won five of five tackles in the match.

Impact Delgado played well on both sides of the ball despite his side's defeat to open up the 2023 campaign on Saturday. He, Riqui Puig and Gaston Brugman will remain the Galaxy's starting midfield trio this season.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Riqui Puig - Takes three shots against Dallas Puig took three shots (two on target) in Saturday's 3-1 season-opening defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Puig picked up Saturday right where he left off in 2022, by peppering the opposition's goal as the advanced midfielder. He should remain one of MLS's best players this season after posting three goals and two assists from 31 shots (15 on target) and 18 chances created across 12 appearances last year.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raheem Edwards - Takes shot in opening loss Edwards took a shot on target and created a chance in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against FC Dallas. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Edwards is continuing as LA's preferred option at left-back to open up the 2023 campaign, though his side slumped to a defeat against Dallas.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Mavinga - Starts in season opener Mavinga made two clearances and an interception in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Mavinga slotted straight into the Galaxy's starting lineup in central defense following his January move from Toronto, though it remains to be seen who will be the starters once Sega Coulibaly (personal) returns to the squad.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dejan Joveljic - Opens 2023 scoring account Jovelic scored the opening goal on his only shot in Saturday's 3-1 loss at FC Dallas.

Impact Jovelic will be shouldering the goal-scoring load for the next several weeks until Chicharito returns from injury. He flashed his goalscoring exploits in limited minutes last season and could be in for a breakout campaign if he continues to deliver when he starts.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efrain Alvarez - Assists in opener Alvarez took two shots, sent in five crosses, and logged a secondary assist in Saturday's 3-1 loss at FC Dallas.

Impact Alvarez was active on the attacking end, and he earned an assist for his efforts despite the loss. He'll look to continue his strong start in another tough road test at Sporting KC.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kelvin Leerdam - Assists in season opening loss Leerdam assisted on the opening goal in Saturday's 3-1 loss at FC Dallas. He also picked up a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Leerdam made the most of his opportunity starting at right back until Lucas Calegari works his way into the lineup. The veteran defender could log another start at Sporting KC but his days in the starting XI could be numbered.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bond - Concedes three in season opener Bond made one save and conceded three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss at FC Dallas.

Impact Bond and the Galaxy still have some rust to shake off after being pummeled by a fiery FC Dallas attack. Up next is another tough road test at Sporting KC.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sega Coulibaly - Not involved in season opener Coulibaly is currently "sorting a few things out" in France but is expected to return to the Galaxy next week, Alex Ruiz of the Striker reported Sunday.

Impact Coulibaly was a regular starter in central defense for the Galaxy in 2022, but he missed the opening match of this campaign due to with these personal matters, with Martin Caceres and Chris Mavinga starting against Dallas in his stead. Coulibaly is expected to link back up with the team ahead of next weekend's Sporting KC clash.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE