LA Times: Sampson Is Fired by Galaxy

Sampson Is Fired by Galaxy

Lalas, the team president, makes the move in the wake of a 2-8-1 record and six consecutive losses for the defending MLS champions. Last season, despite a horrendous start, Steve Sampson coached the Galaxy to championships in the U.S. Open Cup and Major League Soccer.

Tuesday, after another horrendous start — the Galaxy is winless at home, has lost its last six games and, with a 2-8-1 record, is last in MLS’s Western Conference — Sampson was out of a job.

Update

And here’s his replacement: Galaxy Hire Former Earthquakes Coach Yallop