LA Galaxy's Nightmare Start: Former Champions Struggle with Injuries and Winless Streak
April 17, 2025
In addition to their poor league performance, the Galaxy were also eliminated from the CONCACAF Champions Cup, compounding their woes and leaving fans concerned about the team's trajectory.
As of mid-April 2025, the LA Galaxy find themselves winless in their first eight matches of the season, recording three draws and five losses, which places them at the bottom of the Western Conference with only three points.
The team's struggles have been exacerbated by significant injuries and the departure of key player Dejan Joveljic, leading to a lack of identity on the pitch and numerous self-inflicted errors.
Despite the dire situation, there remains an expectation among fans and analysts that the reigning champions can still turn their fortunes around as the season progresses.
Coach Vanney has acknowledged the need for improvement, urging the team to stop finding themselves in difficult situations during matches.
Team captain Diego Fagández emphasized the need to focus on the details as a critical factor in reversing their fortunes this season.
Coach Greg Vanney, who guided the team to that championship, is now facing mounting pressure as fans express frustration over the team's current performance.
Former Galaxy player Alexi Lalas pointed out that the team needs to move past their championship season and adapt to the current circumstances, including player trades and injuries.
The Galaxy have lost several key players, including Riqui Puig, who is out for the season due to an ACL injury, further complicating their efforts to turn the season around.
Historically, teams have rebounded from slow starts to make the playoffs, suggesting that hope is not entirely lost for the Galaxy.
Key players from last season, including Gabriel Pec, Joseph Paintsil, and Riqui Puig, have struggled to replicate their previous success due to various factors, including injuries.
Just four months ago, the Galaxy celebrated their sixth MLS Cup victory, a high point in their recent history, led by coach Greg Vanney and standout players like Gabriel Pec and Riqui Puig.
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Yahoo Sports • Apr 15, 2025
Galaxy don't have an excuse for winless start: 'They shouldn't be this bad'