On Friday, November 1st, at 9:30 PM, the Los Angeles Galaxy will take on the Colorado Rapids SC in an MLS match. This game will be played at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Denver, CO. The Galaxy are 19-8-7 and in 2nd place in the Western Conference, while the Rapids are 15-14-5 and in 7th place. The Galaxy are the favorites to win at +163.0, compared to the Rapids at +128.0. The payout for a draw is +300.0, and the over/under goal line is 3.5 goals. The Galaxy have a chance to extend the Rapids' losing streak to six games.
Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids SC Matchup At A Glance
- Teams: Los Angeles Galaxy at Colorado Rapids SC
- Where: Denver, CO at Dick's Sporting Goods Park
- Date: Friday, November 1st
- Betting Odds COL +128.0 | LAG +163.0 O/U 3.5
Los Angeles Galaxy Preview
Through 34 matches, the Los Angeles Galaxy have a record of 19-8-7, which has them in 2nd place in the Western Conference. Overall, they have been a much better team at home, going 13-1-3, compared to 6-7-4 on the road. Over their last seven matches, the Galaxy have gone 5-2, including a 5-0 win over the Colorado Rapids SC on October 27th. In the standings, they are two points behind the Columbus Crew and tied with Los Angeles FC.
The Los Angeles Galaxy have been one of the most potent offenses in the MLS this season, ranking 3rd in goals per match at 2.0. They have been able to generate a lot of shots on goal, leading the league in that category. Gabriel Chaves has been their top scorer this season, finding the back of the net 16 times, which is 9th in the MLS. He also leads the team in shots on goal, with 59, which is 2nd in the league. Overall, the Galaxy have been able to control possession, leading the league in passing percentage.
Heading into their final match of the season, the Los Angeles Galaxy's defense is coming off a shutout performance against the Colorado Rapids SC, who are 8th in the MLS in scoring. Over their last six matches, they have given up an average of 1.7 goals per match. On the season, they are 16th in the league in goals allowed per match at 1.5. They are 6th in blocked shots and 16th in interceptions. John McCarthy is 17th in the MLS with six clean sheets and is 2nd in the league with 126 saves.
Colorado Rapids SC Preview
After a strong start to the season, the Colorado Rapids have hit a rough patch, losing five straight matches. Overall, they are 15-14-5, sitting in 7th place in the Western Conference. At home, they have been solid, going 10-4-3. In matches they have been favored, they are 9-4-3. Their last win came on October 1st against the San Jose Earthquakes. On the season, they have the same number of points as New York City FC, but they are behind them in the standings due to goal differential.
Colorado Rapids SC has been an above-average offensive club this season, ranking 8th in MLS with 1.7 goals per match. They have been led by Rafael Navarro, who is 14th in MLS with 15 goals scored. Navarro also leads the club in shots on goal, ranking 10th in the league. Djordje Mihailović has been the club's top playmaker, ranking 10th in MLS with 10 assists. He is also 2nd on the club with 11 goals scored.
Heading into their final match of the season, the Colorado Rapids' defense is coming off a rough stretch, giving up 3 goals in each of their last two matches. That includes a 5-goal performance against the Los Angeles Galaxy, who they will face again in this match. Overall, the Rapids' defense is 21st in goals allowed this season, giving up 1.8 goals per match. Keeper Zack Steffen is 15th in clean sheets this season with 6.
Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids SC Head To Head
The Los Angeles Galaxy and Colorado Rapids have already faced off three times this season, with Los Angeles winning all three matchups. In the first matchup, Los Angeles won 5-2, and they followed that up with a 3-1 win. The most recent matchup between the two teams ended in a 3-0 win for Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Galaxy vs Colorado Rapids SC Free Pick
Looking at how we expect this one to play out, we have the Galaxy's Marco Reus as the top projected goal scorer. As for the match, we have it ending in a 1-1 draw, with both teams getting off four shots on goal. Coming into the match, the Galaxy are the better team in terms of shots on goal and we have them with nine interceptions compared to eight for Colorado.
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: DRAW +300.0
