Diego Fagúndez helps Galaxy salvage a draw against Dynamo
- The LA Galaxy's Mathias Jørgensen received a red card for a foul in the 28th minute, putting his team at a disadvantage.
- Ezequiel Ponce scored for the Houston Dynamo in the 14th minute, giving them an early lead.
- Diego Fagúndez equalized for the Galaxy with a free kick, and the game ended in a 1-1 draw, extending LA's winless streak.
On a Saturday night in Carson, California, the LA Galaxy faced off against the Houston Dynamo in an intense match that ended in a 1-1 draw. The Galaxy, plagued by a red card issued to Mathias Jørgensen, known as 'Zanka', struggled after he was sent off for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity in the 28th minute. The Dynamo capitalized on their numerical advantage and opened the scoring in the 14th minute, with Ezequiel Ponce directing a close-range shot into the net following a well-coordinated pass sequence from Sebastian Kowalczyk and Amine Bassi. The score gave Houston a brief lead, but the Galaxy's Diego Fagúndez equalized with a stunning free kick in the 57th minute, tucking the shot under the crossbar from nearly 30 yards out and showcasing his skill. Despite being outshot 12-6 and possessing 49% of the ball, the Galaxy managed to earn a point but extended their winless streak to eight matches, equaling the worst start in franchise history from 2003. This start ranks as the third-worst in MLS history, trailing only the 2019 Colorado Rapids and Toronto FC's infamous seasons. Fagúndez's goal marked a significant personal achievement as he became the youngest player to reach 400 regular season appearances in league history. This match was part of the Galaxy’s 30th anniversary celebrations, with players from their 1996 squad in attendance, underscoring the legacy of the club amidst their current struggles.