Leagues Cup: LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca Picks — Tight Encounter Expected in California? (Aug 20)

The final quarterfinal to get underway in the 2025 Leagues Cup on August 20 will be staged in California. You can find our LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca picks here.

It has been a welcome return to form for the LA Galaxy, who have struggled throughout the MLS campaign in 2025. However, their Leagues Cup form has been strong after winning two of their three matches and scoring an impressive ten goals.

Pachuca have also been reliable in the competition this term, winning two of their fixtures. However, they may need to improve defensively after allowing four goals across their three Leagues Cup matches.

LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca Overview

Odds

LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first meeting between the Galaxy and Pachuca since the North American SuperLiga in 2007. The latest meeting between the sides ended in a 1-1 draw in California.

LA Galaxy Team News

The hugely influential Ricard Puig remains out of action for the foreseeable future.

Possible Lineup

N. Micovic (GK); J. Aude, M. Yoshida, C. Garces, M. Cuevas, D. Fagundez, E. Cerrillo, J. Paintsil, M. Reus, G. Pec, M. Nascimento

Pachuca Team News

Jhonder Cadiz will be available again after serving his one-match suspension. The Mexican side have no injury concerns.

Possible Lineup

C. Moreno (GK); A. Aceves, Eduardo, S. Barreto, L. Rodriguez, E. Montiel, P. Pedraza, V. Guzman, L. Quinones, J. Cadiz, A. Figueroa

LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca Picks

A tense encounter is expected for California on Wednesday, and the pressure will be on the home side. However, despite a promising run of performances, they could come unstuck against a resolute rival.

Therefore, we like the chances of the Mexican team when making LA Galaxy vs. Pachuca picks this week.