MAYA YOSHIDA NEWS

Leader in backline Yoshida scored two goals and logged in 2,345 minutes in 28 MLS appearances in 2025.

Impact Yoshida took on an even larger leadership role in 2025, becoming the main source of stability for a team that faced more defensive pressure than during his MLS run in 2024. He improved his impact on set pieces and continued to organize the backline with intelligence and composure. His experience was crucial in navigating a season with more inconsistency around him, and he remained one of the Galaxy's most reliable performers, starting 26 of his 28 appearances and contributing 23 tackles, 29 interceptions and 133 clearances. Even in a tougher collective context, Yoshida proved in 2025 that he is still a dependable defender after his third season at the club and that he will hold a similar role heading into the 2026 season.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Yoshida (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's meeting with FC Dallas.

Impact Yoshida will play alongside Carlos Emiro Garces in the middle of the back line, pushing Chris Rindov to a bench role this time. The Galaxy have been unreliable defensively, but the Japanese has two goals in his last six games and is averaging 4.8 clearances and 1.0 interceptions per match this year.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to ankle Yoshida (ankle) is out for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Yoshida isn't an option for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy due to an ankle issue. The defender played the full 90 in each of the last four matches, so it's not clear when this ankle injury popped up. Zanka could be in line for the start against Dallas due to the injury.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header in draw Yoshida scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Yoshida's back-post header began the comeback Saturday for Los Angeles as they erased a two goal deficit in a 2 - 2 draw versus Seattle. In addition to his goal, Los Angeles's captain contributed four clearances and two blocks to the team's defensive effort. Yoshida has matched a career high with two goals scored across 24 appearances (22 starts) in 2025.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Miki Yamane scores late as Galaxy earn draw with Sounders Miki Yamane scored in the 87th minute to allow the Los Angeles Galaxy to record a 2-2 draw against the host Seattle Sounders on Saturday nig...

SEPTEMBER 14 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Miki Yamane scores 1st career goal for Galaxy in 2-2 tie with Sounders

Miki Yamane scored his first career goal in MLS in the 87th minute for the LA Galaxy in a 2-2 tie with the Seattle Sounders

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Plays full game in cup Yoshida (lower leg) has played the full game in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Seattle in the Leagues Cup, confirming he is back available for LA Galaxy.

Impact Yoshida missed the last two games due to a lower leg injury but made his return in Wednesday's Leagues Cup defeat as he played the full game against the Sounders. This is good news for the Galaxy as the captain is an undisputed starter in the backline and they will need him fit for the final stretch of the season.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Navarro and the Colorado Rapids visit the LA Galaxy

Rafael Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with the LA Galaxy after a two-goal outing against Atlanta United

AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Doubtful Wednesday Yoshida (lower leg) is a doubt for Wednesday's clash with Pachuca, according to manager Greg Vanney.

Impact Yoshida is in doubt Wednesday due to the same issue that kept him sidelined against Miami last time out. The defender will hope to be fully fit before a Saturday clash with Colorado, back in MLS action. Zanka and Edwin Cerrillo partnered in central defense last time out.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain against Miami Yoshida (lower leg) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Miami, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Yoshida picked up a lower leg issue and is now a concern for Saturday's clash. He's been a nailed-on starter whenever fit, missing just three matches due to fitness all season. He should remain a big part of the starting XI if he can get fit in time for Saturday's clash. If not, John Nelson could come into the starting XI.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bright spot in resounding defeat Yoshida registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Yoshida led a porous LAFC defensive unit Sunday with three clearances, three interceptions and four blocks, though the LAFC backline was breached repeatedly in their 4-0 defeat at the hands of Seattle. Over LAFC's last five league fixtures, the central defender has made five appearances (five starts), scoring once and contributing to one clean sheet. Despite the squad's poor defensive record, Yoshida remains an integral part of their defensive tactics, having made 22 appearances (20 starts) through 25 league fixtures.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Leagues Cup Yoshida (thigh) featured for a few minutes in Sunday's defeat against Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Yoshida was supposed to miss the game against Houston, which was ultimately canceled, due to a thigh injury that is now behind him, as the defender made his return in Sunday's Leagues Cup game by featuring at the very end. Yoshida has been an undisputed starter in the backline for the Galaxy and is likely to reclaim his spot in the upcoming fixtures.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return against Seattle Yoshida (thigh) is aiming to return against Seattle, coach Greg Vanney said in a press conference, according to Damian Calhoun.

Impact Yoshida has been dealing with a thigh injury and was announced out for the cancelled clash against Houston, but the injury doesn't seem major since the defender is aiming to return against Seattle next Sunday. This is good news for the Galaxy because he has been an undisputed starter in the backline and should reclaim that spot if deemed fit enough for the game.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Houston Yoshida (thigh) is out for Friday's trip to Houston, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Yoshida isn't an option for Friday's trip due to a thigh injury. The defender played the full 90 and scored last time out, but now will get a match off before an extended break. The hope will be that Yoshida is fully fit and available for an August 10 clash with Seattle.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Yoshida scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Yoshida was on the scoresheet Saturday, recording his first goal of the season during the draw to LAFC. Defensively, he is averaging about five clearances a contest, helping keep two clean sheets in 21 appearances (19 starts) for the Galaxy in 2025.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy scores late vs. shorthanded LAFC to force 3-3 draw Playing with a man advantage in the closing minutes, Maya Yoshida scored on a header just before the final whistle as the Los Angeles Galaxy...

JULY 20 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Pec has 2 goals, Yoshida scores in stoppage time for Galaxy in 3-3 tie with LAFC

Gabriel Pec scored two goals and Maya Yoshida added a goal in the seventh minute of stoppage time for the LA Galaxy in a 3-3 tie with Los Angeles FC

JULY 20 • Associated Press

Logs double-digit clearances in win Yoshida made four tackles (two won), 10 clearances, one interception and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Yoshida had another huge performance at the heart of the defense, prevailing over opposing forwards and logging 10 or more clearances for the third time this year. With 39 of his 79 clearances for the season being racked up over his last five starts, the veteran center-back looks like a very reliable fantasy pick right now.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Quakes extend LA Galaxy's MLS record season-opening winless streak to 16 games with 1-0 victory

Substitute Ousseni Bouda scored in the 74th minute, and the San Jose Earthquakes extended the LA Galaxy’s MLS record season-opening winless streak to 16 games with a 1-0 victory

MAY 29 • Associated Press

Leads defensive effort in draw Yoshida registered five clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Yoshida was imperious in defense Sunday, leading the LA Galaxy defensive effort with five clearances during their 2-2 draw versus LAFC. The central defender has equipped himself admirably across four consecutive starting appearances in MLS play. Over the four-start stretch, Yoshida has made 26 clearances, five blocks and five interceptions.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple defensive stats Yoshida blocked a shot, made an interception, three tackles (winning all three) and four clearances during Saturday's 7-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Yoshida was a part of the Galaxy back three that conceded a whopping seven goals, leading his team in blocks, interceptions, tackles and clearances. The defender has combined for four tackles, five clearances and three shots in his last three appearances since returning from injury.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting KC becomes 1st MLS team to win a game without recording a shot on goal

Sporting Kansas City made history in their 1-0 victory over the LA Galaxy on Sunday as they became the first team to win an MLS game without...

MAY 5 • FOX SPORTS

Gives up costly own goal Yoshida was hit with an own goal in LA Galaxy's 1-0 loss to Sporting KC Sunday.

Impact The defender was in an unfortunate position in a Sporting KC cross and deflected the ball into his own net. It ended up being the decisive moment in the match. Yoshida should recover and do better against NYRB, who have scored just 12 goals in 11 matches.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Yoshida (hamstring) is among the substitutes for Sunday's meeting with Portland Timbers.

Impact Yoshida is available for the first time since March 30, although he might not see a lot of action considering he wasn't expected to return so soon and he might be ready only for a few minutes if required. In that case, he should be a potential replacement for Zanka and Carlos Emiro Garces. The Japanese defender will then push to regain his starting position and could be trusted for his average of 5.8 clearances per game.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy look for first victory of the season, visit Austin

The LA Galaxy aim for their first victory of the season when they visit Austin

APRIL 18 • Associated Press