The first Cali Classico was something to forget as the Galaxy lost lethargically, though to be fair LA missed several key players. Lethargic was not how the Galaxy started this game, with the team taking cues from the internationals that came back in good form. However, after a quick 15 minutes, San Jose wrestled control back, earning possession, a series of corners and by far the better run of play.
The Galaxy were very lucky not to be down a few goals going into halftime. The second half finally saw the San Jose goals that were coming as the wheels fell off the LA bus.