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LA Galaxy’s preseason struggles raise concerns for their MLS title defense

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With MLS 2025 about to begin, teams continue to adjust their rosters to face the new campaign in the best possible way.

One of the clubs with the greatest ambitions is San Diego FC, the debuting team that seeks to be competitive from the start, consolidating its long-term project.

Its participation in preseason friendlies, such as against New York City FC and Sacramento Republic, has left good impressions regarding its style of play and its potential.

In addition, the transfer market remains active, with several important movements in the league. New York City FC and Columbus Crew have been protagonists of some recent departures, while attention remains on the teams that will debut on the first day.


Photo by Los Angeles Galaxy FC
Photo by Los Angeles Galaxy FC

LA Galaxy’s preseason doubts after no wins

The current MLS Cup champion, LA Galaxy, has not had the best preparation for the 2025 season. According to data from Sofascore, the Los Angeles team has played three preseason games without knowing a victory, accumulating two draws and one loss.

In their most recent match, played on February 9 against Charlotte FC, the match ended in a 2-2 draw, a positive result in terms of intensity, but which leaves doubts about the team’s strength.

Previously, they fell 2-0 to New York City FC and tied 1-1 against Austin FC, evidencing problems in their performance.


Is LA Galaxy ready for their debut against San Diego FC?

Despite the results in preseason, LA Galaxy remains a team of weight in the league, but the unknowns about their preparation persist.

Their debut in MLS 2025 will be against San Diego FC, a team that is hungry to prove its worth in its first season.

The opening match will be a key test to measure the true competitiveness of the current champion, who will have to improve in strength and solidity to successfully defend their title.