Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles Galaxy Prediction 19 Sep 2024

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📅 19 Sep 2024

⏰ 03:30 GMT +1

🏟 Providence Park (Portland, OR)

Portland Timbers is currently 8th in the standings with 40 points from 28 matches, having won 11, drawn 7, and lost 10. At home, they have been strong with 8 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses from 14 games, scoring 35 and conceding 22. Despite a recent 2-1 loss to Colorado Rapids, key players like Evander, Santiago Moreno, and Claudio Bravo remain crucial. Zac McGraw will miss the game due to injury.

Los Angeles Galaxy tops the standings with 55 points from 29 matches, boasting 16 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses. Their away form includes 5 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses from 14 games, with a goal tally of 20 scored and 18 conceded. They recently defeated Los Angeles FC 4-2. Riqui Puig, Marco Reus, and Gabriel Pec are key players, while Martin Caceres and Julian Aude are sidelined due to injuries.

In their last five encounters, Portland Timbers has not won, while Los Angeles Galaxy has won twice, with three matches ending in draws. Their most recent clash in July 2024 saw Los Angeles Galaxy win 3-2.

Where to watch Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles Galaxy?

📺 Link to watch Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles Galaxy Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch: Evander and Santiago Moreno for Portland Timbers; Riqui Puig and Marco Reus for Los Angeles Galaxy.

⚡️Match Facts: Portland Timbers has scored in all of their last 14 home matches. Los Angeles Galaxy has allowed the highest number of goal attempts to their opponents this season.

💡 Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles Galaxy Prediction

This match promises to be a high-scoring encounter given both teams' strong attacking records. Portland Timbers' formidable home form and recent consistency suggest they will put up a strong fight, but Los Angeles Galaxy's top position and potent attack make them favorites. Expect a closely contested match with Los Angeles Galaxy edging out the victory, although Portland Timbers will likely contribute to the scoring.

Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles Galaxy Betting Tips

• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 total goals
• Los Angeles Galaxy to win