Mikey Vares and his new San Diego FC outfit laid down the gauntlet in their first-ever match in stunning fashion.There could have been no bigger test than a clash with MLS Cup holders LA Galaxy on

As first impressions go, this was close to perfection. San Diego FC introduced itself to Major League Soccer Sunday night with a 2-0 road victory over the league’s most prestigious franchise, and nothing about the performance screamed fluke.

In their first ever Major League Soccer game, San Diego FC traveled just over 100 miles up north to Carson to face the reigning MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy in a brand new California rivalry.