LA Galaxy Supporters Boycott 'El Tráfico' Over ICE Raids in Los Angeles

“El tráfico” was expected to happen at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles at full capacity, with both LA Galaxy and LAFC fans supporting their teams. However, the famous Galaxy supporter groups—Angel City Brigade, Galaxians, and Galaxy Outlawz—will not attend the game due to ICE operations in Los Angeles.

According to recent research conducted by Intermex, a money remittance provider, and released alongside a partnership statement with LA Galaxy, nearly 70% of MLS viewers are Latino, and Los Angeles is home to over five million Latinos.

With the recent ICE operations happening in Los Angeles, many fans are afraid to leave their homes for fear of being stopped by immigration authorities. This has led not only to major protests in the city, but also to boycotts of MLS games as teams stay silent on ICE actions in cities like Los Angeles and Chicago.

The three supporter groups, which normally occupy the north side of Dignity Health Park, released a statement explaining their absence: “In solidarity with those who can’t attend, due to lack of support from the Galaxy towards the city of Los Angeles, and a lack of communication regarding security for members attending home and away matches amid immigration raids.”