Author Archives: Kayla Knapp

Beckham stars, referee confounds as Galaxy trounce Metapan in CCL opener

    By KAYLA KNAPP CARSON, Calif.–The LA Galaxy took down Isidro Metapan 5-2 on Thursday night in their opening CONCACAF Champions League match, but the win wasn't nearly as comfortable as the scoreline would suggest. Despite flurry of second … Continue reading »

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Galaxy Notebook: CCL action is back, Donovan injury update and more

By KAYLA KNAPP The LA Galaxy will take on reigning Salvadoran champion Isidro Metapan on Thursday night at the Home Depot Center in their opening CONCACAF Champions League game of this campaign. After a weekend off, the team is recharged, … Continue reading »

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First-choice Galaxy defense looks sharp, posts shutout in first 2012 game together

Photo by ISIPhotos.com By KAYLA KNAPP It took the LA Galaxy until their 25th game of the season before coach Bruce Arena was able to start his MLS Cup-winning back four, but you wouldn't have guessed that by their performance … Continue reading »

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Donovan ties MLS assist record as Galaxy blow away Chivas USA in ‘SuperClasico’

Photo by ISIPhotos.com By KAYLA KNAPP CARSON, Calif. – The LA Galaxy bounced back from their 4-0 loss to the Seattle Sounders in a big way on Sunday night. LA scored four goals of their own against Chivas USA, with … Continue reading »

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Galaxy Notes: Dunivant nears return, Buddle held from reserve match & more

By KAYLA KNAPP The Los Angeles Galaxy saw their five-game unbeaten streak snapped on Sunday in a crushing 4-0 defeat to the Seattle Sounders, and not only did L.A. fail to score, but their defensive performance left a lot to … Continue reading »

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Record crowd watches Real Madrid trounce the Galaxy at Home Depot Center

By KAYLA KNAPP CARSON, Calif.– There wasn’t much the reigning MLS champions could do to contain the speed and skill of La Liga champions Real Madrid on Thursday night. The Los Angeles Galaxy fell to Real Madrid 5-1 in front … Continue reading »

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Andrade suspended for punching Wambach

When Colombia’s Lady Andrade punched U.S. Women's national team forward Abby Wambach during the 39th minute of Saturday’s Olympic game, the referee didn’t notice. Andrade could have received a red card, but went unpunished and played the entire game, which … Continue reading »

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Donovan, Keane lead Galaxy to dominant win vs. Chivas USA

By KAYLA KNAPP CARSON, Calif.– Robbie Keane and Landon Donovan stole the show at the Home Depot Center on Saturday night, leading the LA Galaxy in their 3-1 win over Chivas USA in the second Super Clasico of the 2012 … Continue reading »

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Whitecaps pick up ninth shutout, Chivas’ struggles at home continue

By KAYLA KNAPP CARSON, Calif.– After a solid win at Colorado on Wednesday, the Vancouver Whitecaps were looking continue their road trip success. Chivas USA, back from their two week break in MLS action, came into Saturday night’s match at … Continue reading »

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Correa’s brace gives Chivas USA another late-game US Open Cup win

By KAYLA KNAPP FULLERTON, Calif.—When Mauricio Salles scored the equalizer in the 89th minute, it seemed that Chivas USA and the Charlotte Eagles were destined for extra time at Titan Stadium on Saturday night. But five minutes later, in stoppage … Continue reading »

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