{
  "id": 5691747,
  "title": "Galaxy in need of quick fixes for matchup with Revolution",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/galaxy-in-need-of-quick-fixes-for-matchup-with-revolution",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T01:54:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/09/1526087/galaxy-need-quick-fixes-matchup-revolution"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The LA Galaxy are in need of quick fixes as they seek to revive their struggling season against the New England Revolution on Saturday in Carson, California. Since resuming MLS play following the World Cup break, the Galaxy are 6-9-8 with 26 points, one point behind the playoff line in the Western Conference, trailing three teams. They have only managed six goals in their past eight matches. A recent 3-1 road loss to San Diego FC is evidence of their scoring issues.\n\nHirving Lozano, who played his first full match for the Galaxy since joining on August 7, provided some optimism. After firing a goal for his new team, Lozano said, \"We're getting on the same page, adapting to one another; we have very little time as well.\" He added, \"I think we're taking it step by step.\"\n\nNew England, currently fourth in the Eastern Conference with 37 points, have been more consistent. They have won their last three matches, each by three goals, including a 3-1 victory over Columbus Crew. Matt Polster scored an equalizer in the 32nd minute, followed by a goal from Dor Turgeman nine minutes later. Carles Gil, who has been a standout player with eight goals and eight assists, completed the scoring with an insurance goal in the 79th minute. Gil's leadership is crucial for the Revolution, as they lead the team with a strong showing.\n\nNew England coach Marko Mitrovic emphasized the importance of Carles Gil beyond his goal-scoring and assisting abilities. \"People got used to him creating great numbers in terms of goals and assists,\" Mitrovic said, \"But I have said many times, we aren't here to create great numbers for Carles, he is here to help us get numbers as a team.\"\n\nThe Galaxy may find the spark they need in Lozano, who played all 90 minutes against San Diego for the first time since joining the team. He took seven shots, four on target. LA coach Greg Vanney noted, \"He's working on building a connection... with all the guys. It's a team that's coming together and needs to come together really fast.\" This will be their only encounter this season.",
  "summary": "CALIFORNIA: The LA Galaxy will try to get their season back on track when they host the New England Revolution on Saturday in Carson, California.",
  "key_points": [
    "LA Galaxy need quick fixes, 6-9-8 record, 26 points",
    "Hirving Lozano scored first goal for Galaxy, optimistic",
    "New England Revolution consistent, 37 points, won last 3 matches"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}