Former Galaxy Goal Scorer Reflects on His Time in Los Angeles
Dejan Joveljić joined the Galaxy late in 2021 from Eintracht Frankfurt and quickly made an impact despite limited minutes on the field. Throughout his final year with the Galaxy, he showcased his goal-scoring prowess, ending the season with an impressive 21 goals in all competitions, including a crucial goal in December's MLS Cup victory against the New York Red Bulls.
Galaxy coach Greg Vanney praised Joveljić, emphasizing his single-minded focus on scoring goals. Joveljić's departure from the Galaxy was due to contractual negotiations that led to a trade with Sporting Kansas City for $4 million.
Speaking about his move to Sporting Kansas City, Joveljić expressed gratitude for his time with the Galaxy but emphasized the need to move forward and prioritize his family. Despite a challenging start to the season with SKC, Joveljić remains optimistic about the future and is determined to make a positive impact with his new team.
Joveljić, who had a special bond with the Galaxy fans, looks forward to returning to Dignity Health Sports Park in September and reuniting with the supporters who cheered him on during his time in Los Angeles.
As Sporting Kansas City prepares to face the Galaxy, Joveljić acknowledges the challenges both teams have faced this season and remains confident that the Galaxy will bounce back from their slow start.
Galaxy vs. Sporting Kansas City Match Details:
When: 4 p.m. Sunday
Where: Children's Mercy Park; Kansas City, Kansas
How to watch: Apple TV+ (MLS Season Pass)
