CARSON, CA - The Los Angeles Galaxy defeated Loyola Marymount University (LMU) 2-0, on Thursday morning at The Home Depot Center. A crowd of 40 fans and front office staff witnessed the Galaxy's first preseason match of the year.
Newcomer Robbie Findley tallied the Galaxy's opening goal in the 7th minute, as he dribbled through a pair of LMU defenders and fired the shot past the Lions goalkeeper, giving the Galaxy a 1-0 advantage. The Galaxy continued to pressure the LMU defense as they pressed the ball forward the rest of the first half.
Laurent Merlin put the game away in the 84th minute when he doubled the Galaxy lead. John Thorrington got free on the right and found Merlin in the center of the box, leaving the Frenchmen with a simple tap in to make the score 2-0.
Galaxy Goalkeeper Steve Cronin was called upon to make a few stretching saves, earning him the win playing all 90 minutes.
The Galaxy will continue their preseason training with a second preseason scrimmage against University of California Los Angeles, tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. at University Field 2. The Galaxy then depart for Bermuda on Monday, Feb. 19, where they will play a pair of games against the New England Revolution and the Bermudan National Team; in addition to continuing its preseason training.
