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LA Galaxy host Colorado Rapids at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, on Saturday in Major League Soccer. Following their 2-1 defeat to Houston last week, Los Angelinos are looking to return to winning ways.
Gabriel Pec equalised for them in the sixth minute of added time from the spot, but another five minutes later, Daniel Steres netted the winner for El Naranja. It was LA's eighth loss of the MLS season from 34 games, but with 64 points, they remain second, behind city rivals LAFC on goal difference, while Colorado are seventh.
The Pids are going through a rough patch, losing their last four league games, including one against LA Galaxy. Greg Vanney's side picked up a 3-1 win in Colorado, netting thrice after the break to cancel out a first-half deficit.
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Last weekend, the Denver outfit relinquished a 2-1 lead to lose 3-2 to Austin, who netted twice in stoppage time. Their defensive frailties were laid bare once again, as Colorado slipped up under pressure.
LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- There have been 94 clashes between the two sides, with LA winning 47 and losing 34
- Los Angelinos have won their last two games in the fixture; they haven't won three in a row since a run of four between June 2011 and September 2012.
- The Pids have lost their last four MLS games.
- LA's 2-1 loss to Houston Dynamo in their last game ended a run of three consecutive wins.
- With 69 goals scored, Los Angelinos are the most prolific side in the Western Conference.
- LA also have the leakiest defence in the top six, having conceded 50 goals
LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids Prediction
LA are the form side despite a loss in their last game. They've had a better campaign overall, and despite their questionable defence, have eclipsed it with a formidable attacking lineup. That should help the hosts edge past Colorado.
Prediction: LA 2-1 Colorado
LA Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: LA
Tip 2 - Goals over/under 2.5: Over 2.5
Tip 3 - Both teams to score: Yes
