Event Details
- Date and Time: Sunday, 24 November, 6:00 PM ET
- Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park
- Competition: MLS
Odds via 20Bet
| Odds via 20bet | |
| LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United | Sunday, 24 November, 6:00 PM ET |
| LA Galaxy odds | -137 |
| Minnesota United odds | +217 |
| Draw | +390 |
| Over/Under 2.5 | +150/-218 |
LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Preview
LA Galaxy
Recent form shows that LA Galaxy go into the semi-final playoff against Minnesota United in a good moment. They have won four times and lost once in their last five matches. In this run they have scored in every match, scoring more than one goal in four of them and keeping one clean sheet.
Their last two matches in the MLS saw two heavy wins combining into a 9-1 triumph. Will Kuntz’s fluid tactical approach, which features four players storming into attack when they are in possession, has become a driving force for Galaxy, especially the form of Puig linking midfield and attack.
Juntos por más. pic.twitter.com/RH3kqXdPmC
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) November 16, 2024
Our betting preview shows that LA Galaxy’s attack will be their strong point, and they will have to outscore Minnesota United, especially given this is a one-off clash.
Minnesota United
Minnesota United, on paper, have a better run of form compared to LA Galaxy. However, details show why the Loons might be at a disadvantage ahead of the clash.
They are unbeaten in the last five, winning twice and drawing thrice. However, they have scored only six goals in this run, with four of them coming in the 4-1 win over St Louis City.
Focused and determined pic.twitter.com/Ik8RvzNyEH
— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) November 19, 2024
The plus side for Eric Ramsey and his players is that they have kept three clean sheets and have conceded just three times in this run of five matches.
The implication of these statistics is that Ramsey’s preferred 4-4-2 formation provides solidity, which will be essential when they face the top-scoring LA Galaxy.
Betting trends on 20Bet back Minnesota United to be tough to play against when they go one-on-one against LA Galaxy, especially their defensive organization and aggressive off the ball.
LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Prediction
- Pick: LA Galaxy to Win
- Odds: -170 (20Bet)
- Score prediction: LA Galaxy 2-1 Minnesota United
A cursory look indicates that Minnesota United will have a mountain to climb against LA Galaxy. The two sides have met twice this season; one match ended in a draw at home to the Loons, whereas Galaxy won the home match; thus, the Loons took a solitary point out of a possible six.
However, Minnesota United’s coach, Eric Ramsay, will be confident ahead of the trip to Dignity Health Sports Park, taking on the Western Conference’s top scorers.
Tune out the noise. pic.twitter.com/PT6XwlaADz
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) November 15, 2024
Galaxy’s manager, Will Kuntz, will retain his side’s successful structure. He will play with three strikers: Dejan Jovelić (15 goals so far) through the middle and wide players Gabriel Pec (16 goals) and Joseph Paintsil (10 goals). Central midfielder Riqui Puig is the star man for Galaxy and will pose the biggest danger for the Loons.
A head-to-head comparison shows that LA Galaxy are a better attacking side in recent matches and throughout the season than Minnesota United. Will Kuntz’s men will have the edge in this match to progress to the final of the Western Conference.
LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Highest Scoring Half – 1st half
- Odds: +204
Eric Ramsey and Will Kunt will look to take the initiative in this match. LA Galaxy will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation that has served them well this season, handing them fluidity in attack and getting the best out of the playmaker, Puig.
Minnesota United will stick to their structured 4-4-2 formation, allowing them to play narrow and deep, countering Galaxy’s centralized attack, and springing into transition attacks when in possession.
🗣️ “You can never plan for a moment like that.” pic.twitter.com/Guym2gr0ZH
— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) November 18, 2024
Team performance analysis on 20Bet indicates that both managers will want their sides to start strongly. The first half will be closely contested between the two sides, especially since this is a one-off match.
The squad profiles of the two sides, the respective managers’ approaches, and what is at stake in this clash mean that the first half is likely to be the highest scoring, whereas the second will be more tactical and cagey.
LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- MLS Season Pass on Apple TV (USA, Canada)
- TSN (Canada)
- RDS (Canada)
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