San Fernando Valley Quakes against Los Angeles Galaxy, losing 3–1 to a full-strength team which included David Beckham and Landon Donovan, the Quakes suffered their worst ever start to a competitive season, winning just one of their opening six fixtures, and receiving a 5–0 walloping at the hands of Los Angeles Legends. However, a dogged 4–2 victory at home to Lancaster Rattlers in early June signaled a turnaround in fortunes, and for the rest of the season the Quakes were unstoppable. The Quakes remained unbeaten for the rest of the regular season, notching up victories over San Francisco Seals, San Jose Frogs, Los Angeles
1870s in American soccer 1870s in American soccer Notable events in American soccer during the 1870s. No international matches were played during the 1870 calendar year. The following are known American soccer club matches that were played in 1870. No international matches were played during the 1871 calendar year. The following are known American soccer club matches that were played in 1871. No international matches were played during the 1871 calendar year. The following are known American soccer club matches that were played in 1872. No international matches were played during the 1871 calendar year. The following are known American soccer club matches that