Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | MLS 2025

The previous confrontation between these clubs ended on level terms.

Houston Dynamo FC are all set to battle it out against LA Galaxy in what is going to be the round 25 fixture of the Major League Soccer 2025 edition. Shell Energy Stadium is all set to witness the intense clash.

Houston Dynamo at home will be keen on using it to their advantage. They are currently in 10th place on the Western Conference MLS points table. The hosts have not been able to perform up to the mark, but for their upcoming clash, La Naranja will be looking to turn the tide around.

LA Galaxy are on one of their worst league campaigns. They are currently in the last spot on the points table. The Galaxy have just secured four wins in 27 Major League Soccer games this season. They secured a win against Orlando City in their last match and will be looking to bring the same energy.

Kick-off:

• Location: Houston, Texas, USA
• Stadium: Shell Energy Stadium
• Date: Sunday, September 7
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 a.m. IST/ 12:30 a.m. GMT (Saturday, September 6; 08:30 p.m. ET/ 05:30 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Ismir Pekmic
• VAR: In use

Form:

Houston Dynamo: L-D-D-L-W

LA Galaxy: L-W-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Jack McGlynn (Houston Dynamo)

In 24 Major League Soccer appearances this season, Jack McGlynn has scored five goals and has seven assists to his name as well. The 22-year-old American player is going to play an important role for his side in the final third, and it will be interesting to see his performance.

Marco Reus (LA Galaxy)

Marco Reus has been one of their most important players. The 36-year-old German midfielder, as always, has controlled the midfield well and will yet again be ready to lead his side. He has scored five goals and has nine assists in 22 MLS matches this season.

Match Facts

• Houston Dynamo haven’t been able to secure a clean sheet in their last 11 matches.
• LA Galaxy have won three of their last four games.
• The Galaxy have only won one of their last five matches against La Naranja.

Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy: Betting Tips and Odds

• LA Galaxy to win @3/1 BetFred
• Joseph Paintsil to score @9/1 Unibet
• Goals under 3.5 @11/21 Unibet

Injury and Team News

All of the squad members for both La Naranja and the Galaxy are fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 44

Houston Dynamo won: 15

LA Galaxy won: 17

Draws: 12

Confirmed Lineups

Houston Dynamo lineup (4-3-3)

Bond (GK); Dorsey, Bartlow, Ortíz, Andrade; Raines, Artur, McGlynn; Holmes, Lingr, Ennali

LA Galaxy lineup (4-3-3)

Micovic (GK); Cuevas, Garcés, Jørgensen, Aude; Reus, Cerrillo, Sanabria; Fagundez, Nascimento, Paintsil

Match Prediction

It is going to be an interesting contest between these clubs as both of them will be keen on securing a win. LA Galaxy are likely to defeat the Houston Dynamo in their upcoming MLS clash.

Prediction: Houston Dynamo 1-2 LA Galaxy

Telecast Details

Fans from all around the world will be able to watch the live streaming of the MLS 2025 season on Apple TV, but at a cost of a subscription fee.

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