Just a few months ago the LA Galaxy were struggling to find a victory as they were winless in seven straight MLS matches. The team was without a few of their star players and their defense was constantly allowing late game goals. They were losing out on points and they needed to turn things around.
A U.S. Open Cup win over the Portland Timbers has changed the tides for Los Angeles as they have now won four straight games and three straight MLS regular season matches. English international midfielder, Steven Gerrard, has been at the forefront of the team’s recent success.