Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Portland Timbers: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

The Los Angeles Galaxy will be looking to maintain their position at the top of the MLS Western Conference when they host the in-form Portland Timbers. The Galaxy are the money line favorite due to holding home-field advantage. The visitors are in good form, with two wins on the bounce and a playoff spot to fight for. While the LA Galaxy are two points clear, the picture gets muddled up when you realize they have yet to win consecutive games for some time.

Football: Major League Soccer

Where to Watch: ESPN

Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park, Los Angeles, California

Date: 21.07.2024. 05.45

A hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids propelled Galaxy to the top of the table, but their recent form has been inconsistent. Galaxy holds a two-point lead in the standings. However, they haven't won consecutive games since June and will be eager to break that streak against the Timbers, a team against who they have drawn recent matchups. Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney's squad boasts a stellar home record, collecting the second-most points on home soil in the Western Conference. Even though Galaxy is the clear favorite, it'll be interesting to see if they grab the win against a team they haven't beaten in four matches.

The Portland Timbers travel to Los Angeles on good form, having won their last two matches. This surge up the standings comes after a surprise defeat to Dallas. Their only loss since late May, The Portland Timbers currently occupy the final guaranteed playoff spot in the Western Conference, but they only hold a slim two-point lead over the chasing pack. Standout victories over Nashville SC (4-1) and Real Salt Lake (3-0) have done their confidence a lot of good, and they'll be plotting to upset the odds with a road victory here.

La Galaxy is a 1.85 favourite on Bet365, which prices Portland Timbers as 3.40 underdogs. Betway prices over 3.5 at 1.80 odds, with the under at 1.94. 1xBet lists a draw at 4.33, and away or draw (2x) is priced at 2 odds. Read more.