Chicharito's (Hernandez) goal late in the second half gave the LA Galaxy three points in the MLS Western Conference Standings to open up the 2022 regular season. The assist was credited to his teammate Raheem Edwards. NYFC lost 1-0 to begin their title defense that year.

Danish forward Anders Dreyer scored twice in the second half to lead San Diego FC to an upset victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy in their first match in franchise history.

San Diego FC are all set to kick off their first-ever MLS match on Sunday when they take on the reigning MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy at Snapdragon Stadium. San Diego, led by head coach Mikey Varas, are the 30th team in MLS and enter the league in its 30th season.