LA Galaxy End Winless Streak with 2-0 Victory Over Real Salt Lake
After 16 matches without a win, LA Galaxy finally gave their fans something to cheer about. In front of over 23,000 supporters at Dignity Health Sports Park, the Galaxy defeated Real Salt Lake 2-0, snapping the worst start to a season in the club’s MLS history.
The breakthrough came early in the 17th minute. Lucas Sanabria opened his MLS account with a clinical finish, capitalizing on a perfectly timed through ball from Matheus Nascimento. The goal not only gave Galaxy the lead but also a much-needed injection of belief.
The hosts doubled their advantage in the 55th minute. Joseph Paintsil showed great composure in front of goal, slotting home after a smart setup from Gabriel Pec. It was a well-worked move that highlighted the attacking potential the Galaxy have struggled to unlock this season.
Equally important was the performance of goalkeeper Novak Mićović. The young Serbian produced four crucial saves and displayed maturity beyond his years, securing LA’s first clean sheet of the season and anchoring a defense that had often looked vulnerable in previous outings.
⚽ A Turning Point or a One-Off?
While the win isn’t enough to lift the Galaxy off the bottom of the standings just yet, it may signal a turning point. More than just three points, this result restores confidence and shows that this team still has fight left in it.
With the streak finally broken, the question now becomes: can LA Galaxy build on this and mount a serious comeback?
📊 Key Match Stats
- Goals: Sanabria (17'), Paintsil (55')
- Assists: Nascimento, Pec
- Clean Sheet: Mićović (4 saves)
- Attendance: 23,000+
- Galaxy's first win of the season
- End of 16-match winless run