LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes: Result, Score, Highlights and Match Report
LA Galaxy defeated San Jose Earthquakes 1-0 on August 19, 2026. Check the final score, Joseph Paintsil's goal, lineups, match details and highlights.
The LA Galaxy defeated the San Jose Earthquakes 1-0 in the California Clasico on August 19, 2026, in the MLS regular season. Joseph Paintsil scored the winning goal in the 79th minute to give LA Galaxy all three points.
LA Galaxy played most of the match with 10 men after Lucas Sanabria was sent off following two yellow cards late in the first half. Despite being a player down, LA Galaxy held on for a clean-sheet win at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
The result ended LA Galaxy’s six-match winless run in MLS, while San Jose Earthquakes suffered their third straight defeat. The match was also the 106th edition of the California Clasico.
LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes Final Score
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Major League Soccer |
| Season | 2026 |
| Match | LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes |
| Final Score | LA Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes |
| Date | August 19, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 7:30 PM PT |
| Venue | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| City | Carson, California |
| Match Type | MLS Regular Season |
| Rivalry | California Clasico |
LA Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes: Match Summary
The game remained scoreless before LA Galaxy found the breakthrough late in the second half.
Joseph Paintsil scored in the 79th minute to put LA Galaxy ahead. Harbor Miller and Marco Reus were credited with assists on the winning goal.
LA Galaxy had to manage the game with 10 players after Lucas Sanabria received two yellow cards and was sent off. The Galaxy defense stayed organized and protected the lead until the final whistle.
Goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski made five saves and recorded a clean sheet as LA Galaxy secured the 1-0 victory.
For San Jose Earthquakes, goalkeeper Angus Gunn made six saves, but his side could not find an equalizer.
Who Scored for LA Galaxy?
Joseph Paintsil scored the only goal of the match.
- 79th minute: Joseph Paintsil, LA Galaxy
- Assists: Harbor Miller and Marco Reus
- Final score: LA Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes
Paintsil’s late goal proved decisive in the 106th California Clasico.
Lucas Sanabria Sent Off
One of the major turning points came late in the first half when Lucas Sanabria was sent off after receiving two yellow cards.
LA Galaxy therefore played the second half with 10 men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the team scored through Paintsil and defended its lead to claim the win.
Player Performances
LA Galaxy
- Joseph Paintsil: Paintsil scored the decisive 79th-minute goal and finished the match as LA Galaxy’s match-winner.
- Harbor Miller: Miller provided an assist for the winning goal.
- Marco Reus: Reus also registered an assist.
- JT Marcinkowski: The LA Galaxy goalkeeper made five saves and kept a clean sheet.
San Jose Earthquakes
- Angus Gunn: Gunn made six saves for San Jose Earthquakes, but the team finished without a goal.
LA Galaxy Starting XI
LA Galaxy’s supplied starting lineup was:
- JT Marcinkowski (GK)
- Harbor Miller
- Jakob Glesnes
- Maya Yoshida
- Julián Aude
- Justin Haak
- Lucas Sanabria
- Marco Reus
- Joseph Paintsil
- Hirving Lozano
- Kyōgo Furuhashi
MLS Record After the Match
The supplied match data lists the records as:
- LA Galaxy: 6-8-7
- San Jose Earthquakes: 10-7-3
LA Galaxy’s victory ended a six-match MLS 2026 news and match results winless stretch, while San Jose Earthquakes moved into a third consecutive defeat.
What Happened Next?
Both teams are scheduled to return to MLS action on August 22, 2026.
San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose Earthquakes are scheduled to face Minnesota United at home on August 22.
LA Galaxy
LA Galaxy are scheduled to travel away to face CF Montreal on August 22.
Where to Watch LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes Highlights
The supplied official sources identify Major League Soccer as the official competition source for MLS match highlights and fixtures.
The original broadcast information listed:
- TV: FS1
- TV: FOX Deportes
- Streaming: Apple TV
Since the match has already been completed, readers looking for highlights should use the official MLS source rather than relying on pre-match or live-match wording.
Key Takeaways
LA Galaxy’s 1-0 win was shaped by several important moments:
- Joseph Paintsil scored the only goal in the 79th minute.
- LA Galaxy played the second half with 10 men after Lucas Sanabria’s dismissal.
- JT Marcinkowski made five saves and kept a clean sheet.
- San Jose goalkeeper Angus Gunn made six saves.
- The victory ended LA Galaxy’s six-match MLS winless run.
- San Jose Earthquakes suffered their third consecutive defeat.
- The game was the 106th California Clasico.
Official Sources
- Major League Soccer: Official match highlights and competition source
- LA Galaxy Match Preview: Official match preview confirming venue, kickoff time and broadcast information
- LA Galaxy Starting XI: Official starting lineup source
Readers should verify the latest match, schedule and broadcast information directly through the relevant official source.
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