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El Trafico Returns: Galaxy vs LAFC Ignite Rivalry
18 Jul
Summary
- LA Galaxy and LAFC resume their intense rivalry this Friday.
- Both teams are eager to restart the MLS season after a long break.
- The Galaxy lead the all-time series 10-9-7 before this first meeting.
The Los Angeles Galaxy and Los Angeles FC are set to reignite their fierce rivalry, El Trafico, this Friday night in Carson, California. This highly anticipated match marks the return of Major League Soccer play following an eight-week break centered around the World Cup. Both clubs and their coaches express excitement for the primetime atmosphere and the significance of facing each other to resume their season.
LAFC, currently tied for fifth in the Western Conference with 24 points, and the Galaxy, in ninth place with 20 points, acknowledge that the long layoff might affect their initial performance. However, they stress that the rivalry's inherent passion and competitive spirit will ensure an intense game for fans and players alike. The Galaxy hold a slight edge in the all-time series, leading 10 wins to LAFC's 9, with 7 draws, heading into their first encounter of the current season.
