The Los Angeles Galaxy (L.A. Galaxy) is a franchised American professional football (soccer) club based in Carson in the suburbs of Los Angeles. They have played in MLS since its creation in 1996 and have the best record in the league with five titles.
| GP | GF | Pts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Galaxy | 2 | 1 | 4 |
 | Leipzig | 2 | 1 | 3 |
 | Benfica | 2 | 0 | 1 |
LA Galaxy has a well-regarded youth academy that was established in 2007. The academy is located at the StubHub Center in Carson, California, and is known for its commitment to player development and education. The academy offers a full-time, comprehensive program that combines soccer training with academic studies, with a focus on helping young players achieve their goals both on and off the field.
Some notable players to have come through the LA Galaxy academy include Efrain Alvarez, Julian Araujo, and Diedie Traore. Alvarez is a highly-rated attacking midfielder who has represented both the United States and Mexico at youth level and has already made a big impact with the LA Galaxy first team. Araujo is a talented right-back who has also made a name for himself with the LA Galaxy first team before going to FC Barcelona in 2023. Traore is a defender who has impressed with his technical ability and athleticism and has already attracted interest from top European clubs.
