'Chicharito' leads Galaxy to win over LAFC
The stars were out in Los Angeles on Saturday as the host LA Galaxy earned a 2-1 victory over rival LAFC
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
1-2-1, 14th in Major League Soccer
Galaxy reclaim the lead as Chicharito sets up Dos Santos (0:44)
Vela in fitness race for 'Chicharito' showdown
LAFC coach Bob Bradley said star striker Carlos Vela is still questionable ahead of his team's derby against LA Galaxy and Javier Hernandez.
After years of poor performances, Chicharito, Vanney have LA Galaxy back on track
Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez and Greg Vanney seem to have the LA Galaxy on the right path again. How will they stack up against rivals LAFC?
Where Lletget thinks El Trafico will be won and lost (1:21)
LAFC maintain flawless streak against Dynamo with draw
LAFC remained unbeaten in all-time regular-season matches against Houston Dynamo FC when the two teams battled to a 1-1 draw on Saturday afternoon.
Brad Smith goal gives Sounders a draw at LAFC
The Seattle Sounders and LAFC, regarded as two MLS Cup championship contenders this season, played to a 1-1 draw.
LAFC scores on a free kick under the wall (0:39)
If LAFC's Vela, Rossi are to win an MLS Cup, the time to make good on the hype is now
LAFC is designed to compete for silverware while nurturing talent for the next level. That will be tested by some likely big departures in 2021.
MLS is back, and so are the fans: Tifos from Opening Weekend
The 2021 MLS season is underway, and with several clubs welcoming fans into the stands, the soccer world was treated to some sorely missed tifos.
MLS Power Rankings: Seattle No. 1 after Week 1; L.A. teams in top six
Week 1 of the 2021 MLS season is in the books, which means fresh Power Rankings! The Sounders came out strong to open the year. Look out, league.
Baird on target as LAFC opens campaign with win over Austin
Corey Baird stepped up to help LAFC's hobbled attack as the hosts defeated expansion Austin FC 2-0 on Saturday in the MLS opener for both teams.
LAFC mix-up leads to Vela getting subbed early
A miscommunication between Carlos Vela and Bob Bradley led to the former MLS MVP getting subbed off early in LAFC's 2-0 win against Austin FC.
LAFC beats Austin FC after bizarre Carlos Vela substitution (1:15)
LAFC over Columbus Crew for MLS Cup? Our 2021 predictions, MVP favorites, team-by-team talking points
ESPN looks at each team and predicts who'll win MVP, which sides will take the East and West, and ultimately, who will win the MLS Cup.
ESPN FC's 2021 MLS Cup Predictions (1:25)
Is this the year an MLS side wins the CONCACAF Champions League? (1:24)
LAFC is oddsmaker's favorite to lift MLS Cup
LAFC is opening the 2021 season favored to win the club's first MLS Cup title.
Matthew McConaughey talks Austin FC ownership on SportsCenter (3:10)
Who will be MLS's protagonist of the season? (2:11)
Chicharito, the Crew, and Austin FC's debut: MLS storylines to watch for
The new MLS season is just a week away. Which players, coaches, and teams should you keep an eye on? Here are the top storylines to watch.
Is Bob Bradley feeling the pressure of winning MLS Cup with LAFC? (0:57)
Tata: 'Illogical' for Vela to go to Tokyo for Mexico
Mexico manager Gerardo "Tata" Martino said it would be "illogical" for Carlos Vela to join El Tri at the Olympics.
Seattle's 'Jimi Hendrix' kit leads the new crop of MLS shirts (1:12)
Did Carlos Vela call out Chicharito for his recent play? (1:39)
2021 MLS Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City FC | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 7 |
| New England Revolution | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| New York Red Bulls | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 6 |
| Orlando City SC | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Nashville SC | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | +2 | 6 |
| Columbus Crew SC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| Atlanta United FC | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 5 |
| CF Montréal | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Inter Miami CF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Philadelphia Union | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 4 |
| DC United | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 3 |
| Toronto FC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -6 | 1 |
| FC Cincinnati | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -8 | 1 |
2021 Team LeadersMajor League Soccer
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsMajor League Soccer
Goal Difference1Tied-10th
Goals Scored5Tied-10th
Assists3Tied-6th
Goals Conceded4Tied-8th