LOS ANGELES (September 8, 2026) – On Wednesday, September 9, the LA Galaxy will take on the current Western Conference leaders, the Vancouver Whitecaps, at 7:30 p.m. PT on Apple TV.
LA Galaxy vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Saturday's matchup marks the 38th regular-season meeting between the LA Galaxy and the Vancouver Whitecaps. LA carries a 17-12-8 advantage in the all-time series and have gone 5-8-4 in road matches against Vancouver. In 2025, the clubs exchanged home victories as Vancouver claimed a 2-1 result at BC Place in March, while the Galaxy replied with a 3-0 triumph at Dignity Health Sports Park in July. This campaign the sides played to a 1-1 draw earlier this season on May 2 where Joseph Paintsil gave LA the lead off a Lucas Sanabria assist, but Vancouver converted a late set-piece opportunity as the teams shared the points.
LA Galaxy Recent Results
The Galaxy have posted a 2-2-1 record over their last five MLS matches and are coming off a 2-1 win against the New England Revolution at Dignity Health Sports Park. Marco Reus captained the side in the victory, recording a goal and an assist to increase his team-leading goal contribution total to 15 (six goals, nine assists) this season across all competitions.
The club's summer additions have already made an impact, as Hirving "Chucky" Lozano recorded his first Galaxy goal against San Diego FC before tallying his first assist against New England, setting up fellow newcomer Robert Taylor for his first goal with the club. Fellow summer signing Kyōgo Furuhashi has also become a regular presence in the attack, making five consecutive starts at striker. Midfielder Sergi Roberto made his first start for LA against New England, while recent acquisition Pablo Ruiz made his club debut as a second-half substitute.
Additional reinforcements are on the way for the Galaxy as 2023 Club Defender of the Year Lucas Calegari finalizes his visa paperwork following his arrival on September 3. LA is also expected to welcome back Designated Player forward João Klauss from injury in the coming weeks. With several new additions integrating into the squad and key players nearing a return, the Galaxy will look to continue their momentum as they enter the final stretch of the regular season.
