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3 positives & negatives from LA Galaxy's 2-2 (5-4) win against Chivas Guadalajara

The game at Dignity Health Sports Park ended 2-2, with goals from Paintsil and Pec for the Galaxy

ByManuel Meza|
On August 4, 2024, LA Galaxy pulled off a thrilling win against Chivas Guadalajara in their second Leagues Cup group stage game. Here’s a quick look at the pros and cons of their performance.
On August 4, 2024, LA Galaxy pulled off a thrilling win against Chivas Guadalajara in their second Leagues Cup group stage game. Here’s a quick look at the pros and cons of their performance. | Shaun Clark/GettyImages
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Despite winning, LA Galaxy was outplayed by Chivas, who created 4 major scoring chances to the Galaxy’s single one. | Simon Barber/GettyImages

Negatives

1. Chivas’s dominance in attack

Despite the victory, LA Galaxy was significantly outperformed by Chivas in terms of attacking momentum. Chivas dominated the game, creating 4 major scoring opportunities compared to the Galaxy’s single chance.

The Mexican side took 20 shots, while the Galaxy managed only 9. Chivas also had 11 corner kicks compared to the Galaxy’s 4, reflecting their persistent pressure and attacking play.

2. Defensive vulnerabilities

The Galaxy’s defense showed weaknesses during the match. Despite having a solid defensive performance from Garcés, the overall defensive setup allowed Chivas to have 31 touches inside the Galaxy’s penalty area, compared to only 11 touches by LA Galaxy inside Chivas’s area.

This disparity highlights the Galaxy’s struggles in maintaining defensive solidity throughout the game.

3. Inability to control the match

LA Galaxy seemed to lose control of the game after initially taking the lead. Although they were ahead 1-2, they failed to maintain their advantage, and Chivas managed to equalize late in the game.

This lapse in control led to the match being decided by penalties, illustrating a lack of consistency and game management when under pressure.

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In the end, LA Galaxy’s win against Chivas Guadalajara was a big deal, but it came with its share of highs and lows. While there were some standout moments, there were also clear areas for improvement.

The team will need to sort out these issues as they move forward in the Leagues Cup and get ready for what’s next.

I don’t want to wrap up this article without mentioning that the Galaxy’s attack is a joy to watch. With their blend of quality and youth, there’s not much difference in offensive potential compared to what you’d see in European football, though of course, there’s still a bit of distance.

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