ICYMI: New LAFC stadium wins city approval

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Nick Green

Read the story here.

Keane joins Gerrard on the sidelines for Galaxy vs. Vancouver

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Jaime Cardenas

Galaxy captain Robbie Keane. (Photo by Brittany Murray / Daily Breeze)

LA Galaxy captain Robbie Keane underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Thursday. The Irishman is expected to miss four to six weeks.

Despite news of another injury to another Galaxy designated player, Keane seemed to be in good spirits after the operation. He posted a photo on his Instagram account saying he was hopeful for a “speedy recovery” and vowing to come back “stronger” soon.

Operation done speedy recovery hopefully back soon stronger #lagalaxy #irlelang

A photo posted by Robbie Keane (@robbiekeane) on Mar 31, 2016 at 2:16pm PDT

The Galaxy have been hit hard with injuries in the early going of the season. Along with Keane, Giovani dos Santos (left quad injury), Steven Gerrard (left calf) and goalkeeper Dan Kennedy (groin) are all dealing with injuries.
The Galaxy, without DP’s Keane and Gerrard, will take on the Whitecaps Saturday in Vancouver at BC Place, where Didier Drogba recently refused to play due to concerns over the artificial turf. The club is in third place of the Western Conference standings with six points.

Watch: Jozy Altidore score U.S. Soccer’s late winner to beat Canada

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Jaime Cardenas

After failing to convert on a few of his early opportunity, Jozy Altidore was rewarded for his persistence when he put one past Canada’s Maxime Crepeau in the 89th minute.

It was not a pretty game, but that goal was a thing of beauty though. You can read our full recap of the game here.

Watch live as the LA Galaxy introduce new signings Ashley Cole and Jelle Van Damme

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Nick Green

LA Galaxy unveil new jersey for 2016 MLS Season

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Nick Green

If you have $144.99 burning a hole in your pocket (or over $200 if you want it personalized with your favorite player’s name) then you’ll be glad to know the new Galaxy jerseys are now available.

The jersey is little changed from last year, per the Galaxy’s description:

The new Galaxy primary kit will continue the traditional sash featured in previous years while providing a classic update in two contrasting bars of the Galaxy’s primary colors. The bars highlight the team’s new crest, which will be the only team in MLS to feature a single Gold Star, signifying the Galaxy’s record five MLS Cup Championships.

Galaxy players will greet fans at a Supporters’ Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the club’s This is LA retail Pop-Up Shop at Blends, 725 S. Los Angeles St. Mike Magee, Jeff Larentowicz, Dan Kennedy and Dan Gargan will be in attendance.

From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Robbie Keane, Steven Gerrard and Giovani dos Santos will sign autographs and meet fans at the same location.

LA Galaxy, USMNT open 2016 campaigns at StubHub Center in Carson this weekend

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Nick Green

Get your tickets before they're gone!

Watch @LAGalaxy take on @FCShirak at #StubHubCenter: https://t.co/EcMokVKp4B pic.twitter.com/P2m3b71Ki5

— StubHub Center (@StubHubCenter) January 18, 2016

Tickets are available starting at $22 for Sunday's match against Iceland at StubHub Center: https://t.co/S28d9VcvjJ pic.twitter.com/PpfCYPhEMk

— U.S. Soccer (@ussoccer) January 29, 2016

LA Galaxy sign Ashley Cole

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Thuc Nhi Nguyen

Photo courtesy Getty Images

After rumors swirled for months, the L.A. Galaxy officially announced the signing of defender Ashley Cole on Wednesday, adding the 35-year-old to the team’s roster without using a designated player tag or targeted allocation money.

“Ashley is one of the world’s most successful defenders and has played at the highest level of competition throughout his career,” Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena said in a statement. “He can provide our defense with valuable experience. We look forward to his contribution to our club this season.”

Cole, who played for Arsenal from 1999-2006 and Chelsea from 2006-2014, is considered one of the best defenders of his generation, but his star has fallen quickly. The 35-year-old’s contract with A.S. Roma was terminated by mutual consent on Tuesday. Cole joined Roma in 2014 but only made 11 appearances with the club, all coming in his first season. He hadn’t played a competitive game for the Serie A side since March 2015.

The former English international made 107 caps for his country, the most for any full back, and played in three World Cups.

After he was released by Chelsea in 2014, Cole said he received offers from MLS, but turned them down in favor of Roma, telling reporters at the time he was “not ready to relax on a beach yet.”

Cole is the latest veteran to sign with the Galaxy this offseason, as the team also added Belgian defender Jelle Van Damme, 32, goalkeeper Dan Kennedy, 33, midfielder Jeff Larentowicz, 32, and forward Mike Magee, 31.

Galaxy sign Belgian defender Jelle Van Damme

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Thuc Nhi Nguyen

The LA Galaxy officially announced the long-suspected signing of Belgian defender Jelle Van Damme on Tuesday. The club used targeted allocation money for the signing and Van Damme will take one of the team’s international roster spots.

The Galaxy, who officially started preseason camp last Friday, have also been linked to Ashley Cole, 35, and Nigel de Jong, 31, and have 26 of their 28 roster spots filled for the upcoming season. Cole has already been released from his club Roma, while de Jong is still signed with AC Milan until 2018.

Van Damme joins L.A. after captaining Belgian side Standard Liege, where he made 205 appearances since 2011. Although he has played both left and center back, Van Damme will likely play in the middle for the Galaxy, head coach Bruce Arena told LAGalaxy.com, making the 32-year-old the replacement for Omar Gonzalez in the backline.

“He’s got good experience, he passes the ball well and he’s a leader,” Arena said. “I think that he’s a guy that’s suitable to help us strengthen our backline.”

Van Damme’s career includes stops in four different countries (England, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands) and 30 international caps for Belgium.

Of the team’s eight off-season signings so far, five have been over the age of 30. In addition to the Van Damme deal, the Galaxy acquired goalkeeper Dan Kennedy, 33, midfielder Jeff Larentowicz, 32, forward Mike Magee, 31, and re-signed 34-year-old forward Alan Gordon.

The team also signed Galaxy II players Clement Diop, 24, and Daniel Steres, 25, to the roster, in addition to a draft-day deal for 21-year-old Emmanuel Boateng. The Galaxy drafted 22-year-old Georgetown defender Josh Turnley, but have not officially signed the third-round pick.

Before starting the MLS season on March 6 against DC United, the Galaxy face Liga MX side Santos Laguna in the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals on Feb. 24 at home and March 1 on the road.