Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United prediction and betting tips on November 25, 2024
Game Prediction
In the MLS Playoff Quarterfinals on November 25, 2024, Los Angeles Galaxy will face Minnesota United. The winner of this clash will move one step closer to the championship title.
Our Prediction for the Match: Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United
The "Los Angelinos" played excellent football this season, earning 64 points and narrowly missing out on the top spot in the Western Conference, which went to their neighbors, LAFC, on tiebreakers. The "Loons" had a more modest campaign, finishing sixth in the conference with 12 points fewer.
Greg Vanney’s team made quick work of the Colorado Rapids in the first playoff round, winning both matches decisively, 5-0 and 4-1. The visitors, on the other hand, have their goalkeeper, Dayne St. Clair, to thank for progressing past Real Salt Lake. After two draws, St. Clair’s heroics in penalty shootouts ensured Minnesota’s victory.
In the regular season, the Californian side averaged two goals per match, with Efraín Álvarez, Riqui Puig, and Dejan Joveljić each scoring 17 goals. However, they also conceded nearly 1.5 goals per game. The visitors had a slightly better defensive record, conceding just one fewer goal overall, but their attack was weaker, averaging 1.7 goals per game.
Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United: Key Stats and Trends
- Los Angeles Galaxy has won five of their last six matches.
- Minnesota United has drawn their last two matches.
- The most common scoreline between these teams is 2-1 in favor of Los Angeles Galaxy (three times).
- Los Angeles Galaxy has scored at least once in their last 15 matches.
- Los Angeles Galaxy wins the first half in 31% of matches, while Minnesota United does so in 33%.
Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United: Possible Lineups
Los Angeles Galaxy (probable lineup): McCarthy – Nelson, Yoshida, Torres, Yamane – Cerrillo, Puig, Delgado – Paintsil, Joveljić, Gabriel Peke
Minnesota United (probable lineup): St. Clair – Rosales, Beleño, Boxall, Harvey, Hlongwane – Pereira, Trapp, Dotson, Lod – Yeboah
Head to Head Matches: Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United
Last season, the teams exchanged entertaining home wins. This year, Galaxy has had the edge: a 2-2 draw away and a 2-1 home win.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Los Angeles Galaxy vs Minnesota United
Both teams have shown their mettle, but the "Los Angelinos" are rightly considered favorites. Expect a home win (odds – 1.62).
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