LA Galaxy vs Seattle Sounders: Joveljić Faces Former Club
Los Angeles Galaxy face Seattle Sounders in Matchday 25 of the Major League Soccer regular season this Saturday. With both sides fighting to climb above the Western Conference playoff line, Greg Vanney's heavily reinforced Galaxy host a Seattle squad desperate to snap a grueling 11-match winless streak.
Galaxy's Summer Recruitment Drive
LA Galaxy have undergone a dramatic mid-season transformation. After waving goodbye to the likes of Gabriel Pec and Edwin Cerrillo, the front office delivered a massive incoming haul. High-profile arrivals including Chucky Lozano, Sergi Roberto, and Kyōgo Furuhashi have completely reloaded the roster. They are joined by returning familiar face Lucas Calegari, back from Eyüpspor, and midfielder Pablo Ruiz, acquired from Real Salt Lake. Head coach Greg Vanney acknowledges the pressure to integrate these pieces quickly, noting that the team is fighting a short window in their playoff push.
Key Playmakers Return for Seattle
Brian Schmetzer’s Seattle Sounders enter the weekend seeking their first league victory since May. However, there are signs of stabilization following a recent 0-0 draw against New York Red Bulls. Crucially, the Sounders have welcomed back their primary creators. Cristian Roldan has returned from a quad injury sustained on USMNT duty, while Jordan Morris recently navigated a minutes restriction following his own quad issue. Seattle will also have new midfielder Caden Clark traveling with the squad after his midweek acquisition from D.C. United.