The LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team features athletes ages 16 to 25, both with and without intellectual disabilities. Supported by the LA Galaxy, Herbalife, and Special Olympics Southern California, team members participate in signing and media days, specialized training sessions, and competitive home and away matches against other MLS Unified teams.
Schedule:
April 7: LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified vs LA Galaxy Academy (friendly)
May 9: LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified @ Atlanta Unified (3-3)
Following the LA Galaxy’s 2–1 comeback victory and Gabriel Pec’s brace against Atlanta United last weekend, the LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team earned a 3–3 draw against Atlanta United Unified. The result extended the Galaxy Unified Team’s unbeaten streak, which dates back to the start of the 2025 season. LA Galaxy Unified Team 2025 Golden Boot winner Matthew Torres recorded a brace of his own against Atlanta, scoring in both the opening minute and the final moments of the match. After trailing 3–2 in the second half, the Galaxy rallied to secure the draw with Torres’ last‑second goal. Prior to the match, LA Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney met with the Unified team, providing words of encouragement. Additionally, after receiving support during their match from the Unified team, LA Galaxy first team players watched the Unified team’s match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Â
July 11: Special Olympics Tournament
July 16: LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified vs LAFC Unified
July 29: Special Olympics All-Star Game
August 1: LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified vs FC Dallas Special Olympics Unified
