The LA Galaxy were able to defeat the Vancouver Whitecaps, 2-0, behind an early goal from Robbie Keane. Los Angeles was able to take care of business at home as they had some scoring fireworks on this Fourth of July match. This was the second meeting between the two clubs this season. The first one ended in a scoreless draw.
Vancouver fell to 7-8-3 on the season with 24 total points which is good enough for sixth in the Western Conference. LA jumped back into playoff contention with a win as they are now 6-3-8 on the year with 26 total points.