Sorry for missing the Saturday game against Vancouver. I was out of town for the weekend and did not see the full game.

GK: Shuttlesworth – 6

Had 5 saves on the day. Could have covered the near post better on the first goal but it should be said that Atuesta was allowed to get in a good position by the united defense. Was let down by the defense on the second goal and could not stop Kaye’s volley from point blank range.

LB: Thiesson – 5

Was unlucky that his deflection of Diego Rossi’s cross lead to the second LAFC goal. Struggled with the Movement of Rossi and the other Los Angeles attackers through out the game. Still managed 7 clearances and 3 blocks. Offered nothing going forward.

CB: Boxall – 5

Had a nice interception and run up field in the 20th minute that might have lead to something if Minnesota was able to get the ball up field quickly. Was in a bad spot for the Atuesta goal and needed to be more aware of where Kaye was for the second even if he was expecting Calvo to win the header.

CB: Calvo – 5

Was given a yellow card for a challenge on Vela in the 15th minute that seemed a little harsh. Was at fault for the second goal as he let the 5’3″ Blessings win the header. Got his head on a Quintero free kick but put the ball over the bar. Also had a marauding run forward after an interception late in the first half.

RB: Manley – 5

Much like Thiesson , Carter Manley struggled with the movement and speed of the LAFC attackers. Gave Vela to much of a passing lane into the box for the first goal. Was stuck in the defensive half as LAFC dominated the game.

CDM: Maximiano – 5

First appearance for the Brazilian midfielder and he did what you would want a defensive midfielder to do. 3 tackles, 2 interceptions, and a yellow card in 64 minutes of playing time. Boasted an 88% passing completion on 34 passes. Hopefully Maxi will build on this appearance.

CM: Heath -5

The second debutant for the Loons on the day. Heath had a similar performance to Maximiano with 1 tackle, 2 interceptions, and a 90% pass completion rate on 52 passes. A solid first game for the American.

CM: Martin – 5

The most attack minded of the 3 midfielders in the Loons 4-3-3 Martin made his first start of the year for MNUFC. Only had 36 touches during his 76 minute shift and made 25 passes. The highlight was a toe poke like shot that went directly into Millers hands.

RW: Ibarra – 6

Was his usual industrious self contributing on both ends with 2 shots and 2 interceptions. Had the best chance of the night as he made a nice run received the ball from Quintero rounded the keeper only to see Zimmerman head away the ball before it entered the net. Scoring close to halftime would have given the Loons a fighting chance in the second half.

LW: Gomez – 6

Started on the left for the second straight game. Struggled to get anything going losing the ball 7 times. Received little help from Thiesson on the overlap. Also seemed lost without having a focal point to the attack.

ST: Quintero – 6

Miscast as a lone striker in the a 4-3-3 but was forced there due to the lack of available options. Showed deep to get the ball leaving Ibarra and Gomez isolated on the wings without anyone to make runs off or connect with. Was unlucky not to score in the 6th minute as a good shot hit the post.

Sub: Schuller – N/A

Not much game time, came on to give Maximiano a break and get some fresh legs in the midfield.

Sub: Pango – N/A

Made his second appearance for the loons in another cameo performance.

*All stats courtesy of Whoscored.com