Paintsil scores, Marcinkowski five saves in LA Galaxy 1-1 draw

LA Galaxy drew 1-1 with the San Jose Earthquakes at Stanford Stadium after Joseph Paintsil scored and goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski made five saves. Paintsil's goal kept the Galaxy in contention while Marcinkowski's performance preserved the draw.

The Earthquakes applied pressure but could not break through the defensive line. Both clubs view the point as vital in the league race.