Major League Soccer · 20 August 2026
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Los Angeles Galaxy secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes in Major League Soccer action on 20 August 2026. Despite playing the entire second half with a numerical disadvantage, Greg Vanney's side found a late breakthrough to claim all three points.
The first half was a combative affair overseen by referee Ramy Touchan. Galaxy midfielder L. Sanabria received yellow cards in the 37th and 45th minutes, resulting in a red card that left the hosts down to ten men right before the interval after a scoreless opening period.
San Jose looked to make their extra man count in the second half, dominating possession with 62% of the ball and firing 20 total shots throughout the match under head coach Bruce Arena. However, the Earthquakes struggled to test the opposition consistently, directing only four efforts on target.
Galaxy remained dangerous on the counter and broke the deadlock in the 79th minute courtesy of a decisive strike from J. Paintsil. The hosts held firm through the closing stages, surviving late pressure to close out the victory despite finishing with just 38% possession.
The result improves Los Angeles Galaxy's record against the Earthquakes to 19 wins from their last 46 meetings, while San Jose remains on 16 victories in that span.
Los Angeles Galaxy take on San Jose Earthquakes in the Major League Soccer on Thursday, 20 August 2026. Below is our data-driven preview and prediction for this fixture, based on head-to-head history, recent form and league position.
Going into the game, Los Angeles Galaxy sit 11th in the Major League Soccer on 29 points from 24 games, while San Jose Earthquakes are 5th on 35 points.
Final result: Los Angeles Galaxy 1–0 San Jose Earthquakes. Los Angeles Galaxy won the match.
Los Angeles Galaxy come into this fixture having won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their last 5 games (LWDLW), scoring in 4 of them.
San Jose Earthquakes come into this fixture having won 0, drawn 2 and lost 3 of their last 5 games (LLLDD), scoring in 3 of them.
In their last 15 meetings, Los Angeles Galaxy have won 9, drawn 3 and lost 3 against San Jose Earthquakes. These fixtures have averaged 3.5 goals per game, with both teams scoring in 80% of them.
Defensively, Los Angeles Galaxy kept 2 clean sheets and San Jose Earthquakes kept 1 across those meetings, giving a useful guide to how tight this matchup tends to be.
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Comp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1–0 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer |
| 26 Jul 2026 | San Jose Earthquakes | 1–1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer |
| 29 Jun 2025 | San Jose Earthquakes | 1–1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer |
| 29 May 2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 0–1 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer |
| 01 Aug 2024 | San Jose Earthquakes | 1–2 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Leagues Cup |
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 24 | 7 | 8 | 9 | -6 | 29 |
| 5 | San Jose Earthquakes | 23 | 10 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 35 |
