MLS: Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Picks — More Away Day Misery for the Galaxy? (Jul 25)

LA Galaxy’s hold on the MLS title already appears to be over after a poor campaign in the Western Conference. However, they will be aiming to avoid finishing bottom of the conference standings.

Houston Dynamo will have the home field advantage on Friday.

They come into this round after going three without a win, with their latest outing ending in a 1-1 draw against Philadelphia on Saturday. But, can they get their playoff push back on track this weekend?

Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Overview

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Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Head-to-Head Record

The Houston Dynamo have avoided defeat in their last two matches against the Galaxy.

However, the last meeting between the teams ended in a cagey 1-1 draw earlier in the season. In fact, two of the last four meetings have ended in ties.

Houston Dynamo Team News

Andrew Tarbell remains unavailable due to a serious knee injury, and he is unlikely to feature again this season. Nelson Quinones is also missing from the squad.

Possible Lineup

J. Bond (GK); E. Bartlow, P. Ortiz, F. Escobar, G. Dorsey, J. Urso, Artur, O. Lingr, J. McGlynn, E. Ponce, S. Kowalczyk

LA Galaxy Team News

Ricard Puig is still out of action for the Galaxy this weekend due to a serious knee injury. The star is unlikely to return before the start of next season.

Possible Lineup

N. Micovic (GK); M. Yamane, C. Garces, M. Yoshida, J. Aude, E. Cerrillo, L. Sanabria, G. Pec, M. Reus, M. Nascimento, J. Paintsil

Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Picks

LA Galaxy remain winless in 13 away matches this season, and they have suffered defeats in 62% of their matches on the road.

Therefore, the Dynamo appear to be the standout selection, winning 31% of their home fixtures and scoring an average of 1.15 goals per game.