LA Galaxy: Why a formation change is needed

The LA Galaxy need a late-season surge to finish in the playoffs and make a run at the MLS Cup. To do that, a formation change is necessary. Here’s why.

For the first time since they surged into the playoff places in early April, the Los Angeles Galaxy have slipped out of the Western playoff places. Since the start of June, they have gone 3-7-2, conceding 27 goals and scoring just 20. On the season, they now have a goal difference of -4.

Whichever way you slice it, things are not running as smoothly as they should be for an undoubtedly talented LA Galaxy that are still yet to lose to Los Angeles FC, a clear illustration of their high-end potential. If they are to sneak into the playoffs and…