LA Galaxy Make Fan Night the Best Night of All

Los Angeles Galaxy 2, Toronto FC 1

The LA Galaxy keep the playoff hopes alive by achieving a must win against Toronto FC last night at the Home Depot Center.

The Riot Squad was kind enough to pass out song sheets for fans to sing along and raise the roof. Here are lyrics to one of the songs:

YOU CAN NEVER REST EASY

• You can never, you can never
• You can never rest easy
• Cos the team you're playin'
• Is the L-A Galaxy!

Observations from the Fan in Section 131, Row B

The Galaxy owned the ball most of the game although shots on goal were below what we would have expected with that much possession. Landon Donovan played excellent, his movement of the ball, service and ability to slow his team down (as captain) during times of need showed great leadership.

Galaxy defenders controlled the sides well and most of the middle. It's a good thing Randolph has that speed because Toronto FC has a forward that is the fastest I've EVER seen in the HDC. Amazingly fast - good thing he's not a finisher.

One of the big shows on the sideline I'm on was my children (see video) and the Assistant Referee. The AR constantly missed offside calls during the game. Many were on us (LAG), but this guys was slow to staying up with the "last defender" and have the infamous big mouth and former Galaxy defender Tyron Marshall yelling at him. Todd Dunnivant, former LAG defender too, got in his share of whining.



The Goals

The goals last night we moments of sweetness. Gavin Glinton was put into a headlock by Toronto FC defender Marco Reda that drew a red card and PK. Landon converted the PK to bring the crowd to it's feet. When Toronto FC's forward Samuel scored soon after, the fans at the HDC got a little nervous. Chris Klein then sent in a great gross for service that allowed an almost drop-kick like volley from Edson Buddle that banged into the net a great speed.

Thursday night, October 18th is Cobi Jones night. We'll be there, wearing #13 with pride.

Until next week.