MLS Western Conference foes clash on Saturday as LAFC and Minnesota United take to the pitch to begin the new season of MLS action.

Anders Dreyer scored two goals and San Diego FC had a successful Major League Soccer debut, beating the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy 2-0 on Sunday.

Jeremy Ebobisse delivers in the 78th minute as the Black & Gold edge the Loons 1-0 and hold them to two shots on goal Saturday afternoon at BMO Stadium.

Left wingback Joseph Rosales exited at halftime, a surprise because he was one of the Loons’ best players in 2024 and there were no glaring issues in the first 45 minutes. It remained unclear as to why he came out until Apple TV commentator Taylor Twellman said Anthony Markanich subbed in for tactical reasons.

The defending MLS Cup champions, the Los Angeles Galaxy, are heading into the 30th season on a high note after claiming their sixth title last season. The team will have to aim for a repeat without their star player, Riqui Puig, who is out for a majority of the season with a ACL injury.

Los Angeles FC striker Olivier Giroud’s home was the target of a burglary earlier this month. Los Angeles police say they responded Feb. 5 in the afternoon to a report of a window smash at a home in west LA.

BMO Field Stream: FOX, MLS Season Pass on Apple TV Radio: KSTP-AM, 1500 Weather: 68 degrees, sunny, 4 mph east wind Betting line: LAFC