May 8, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – LA Galaxy News Release
AUSTIN, Texas – Playing their 10th match during the 2022 MLS Regular Season, the LA Galaxy earned a 1-0 shutout victory on the road over Austin FC at Q2 Stadium on Sunday night. Mark Delgado scored his first career goal as a member of the Galaxy, while Jonathan Bond notched his fifth shutout of the season.
LA Galaxy Form
In seven matches played across all competitions dating back to April 3, LA holds a record of 5-1-1, outscoring its opponents 8-3 during that span. Since April 3, the Galaxy have dealt LAFC their only loss of the 2022 season and handed Austin its first defeat at Q2 Stadium this year. The Galaxy’s six wins in league play this year ranks tied for second in the league with Austin FC, behind only LAFC (7). Additionally, LA (6-3-1, 19 points) ranks third in the Supporters’ Shield race behind only LAFC (7-1-2, 23 points) and Austin FC (6-2-2, 20 points).
Stout LA Galaxy Defense
With their shutout win over Austin FC, the Galaxy notched their fifth clean sheet of the 2022 campaign. In 10 appearances this year, Bond’s five shutouts ranks tied for first amongst all goalkeepers in MLS. Notably, LA ranks tied for first in MLS alongside FC Dallas for the fewest goals allowed (7).
Goal-Scoring Plays
LA – Mark Delgado, 6th minute: After picking up the ball in midfield, Mark Delgado took a touch and fired a long-range shot that smacked the near post and found the back of the net.
Postgame Notes
Sunday’s match marked the third all-time regular season meeting between LA and Austin, with the Galaxy leading their series 2-1-0.
LA (6-3-1, 19 points) ranks third in the Supporters’ Shield race behind only LAFC (7-1-2, 23 points) and Austin FC (6-2-2, 20 points).
The Galaxy’s six wins in league play this year ranks tied for second in the league with Austin FC, behind only LAFC (7).
In seven matches played across all competitions dating back to April 3, LA holds a record of 5-1-1, outscoring its opponents 8-3…
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