On April 23, 2026, Columbus Crew will host LA Galaxy in an eagerly anticipated MLS regular-season clash. Both teams are struggling to find form, setting the stage for a crucial encounter.
Match Preview
Columbus Crew will look to bounce back from a recent 1–2 defeat against New England Revolution, which ended their three-match unbeaten streak. Currently, they sit at 25th in the overall MLS standings and 12th in the Eastern Conference with just one win in eight matches, including three draws and four losses. At home, their record has been equally disappointing, remaining winless with two draws and one defeat in three outings. Despite this, their matches have seen plenty of action, with four of their last five games featuring over 2.5 goals.
In a similar vein, LA Galaxy enters this match following a run of poor results, having secured only one win in their last six matches, which included three losses and two draws. Their most recent MLS match ended in a 2–2 draw against FC Dallas. Sitting 19th overall and 11th in the Western Conference, LA Galaxy’s record includes two wins, three draws, and three defeats. Defensively, they have been shaky, conceding in six consecutive matches and contributing to high-scoring games, with each of their last five outings exceeding 2.5 goals.
Historically, Columbus Crew has fared well against LA Galaxy at home, remaining unbeaten in their last six meetings at their venue with four wins and two draws. Over the last ten encounters, the results are evenly matched with both teams securing four wins apiece and two draws.
Probable Lineups
- Columbus Crew: Schutle, Moreira, Camacho, Zawadzki, Amundsen, Herrara, Chambost, Gomes, Arfsten, Rossi, Gazdag
- LA Galaxy: Marcinkowski, Nelson, Yoshida, Haak, Cuevas, Wynder, Cerrillo, Magole, Reus, Gabriel Pec, Klauss