After a 60-minute performance that saw RSL as a significantly better side than their opponents, LA Galaxy, RSL fell victim to Zlatan Ibrahimovic,
RSL created several chances in the first half, with Corey Baird proving a dangerous figure. But for a misplaced touch and some good central defending, RSL would have found themselves with one or two goals.
LA’s best first-half opportunity came when Zlatan Ibrahimovic played in Perry Kitchen inside the box, but Nick Rimando came good against the midfielder from close range.
RSL had a strong shout for a red card early in the second half, when Corey Baird was taken down by Jorgen Skjelvik, who was the last defender about 35 yards from goal.