St. Louis will face Los Angeles Galaxy in the Major League Soccer (MLS) on September 1, with the match set to kick off at 13:45 St. Louis, USA local time.
St. Louis (also known as Saint Louis FC, St. Louis CITY FC, or St. Louis CITY SC) and Los Angeles Galaxy (commonly referred to as LA Galaxy or Los Angeles) last met seven months ago in a friendly that ended in a 0-0 draw. St. Louis comes into this match following a 2-2 draw against the Portland Timbers last Sunday in MLS. This game presents an opportunity for St. Louis to return to winning ways, but they must address their defensive issues, having conceded goals in their last nine matches.
Los Angeles Galaxy, on the other hand, are entering the match with positive momentum after a 2-0 victory against Atlanta United in MLS. However, their defense remains a concern, as they have allowed goals in each of their last four away games.
St. Louis Vs Los Angeles Galaxy Starting Lineups Today
We are updating team formations and line-ups for St. Louis vs. Los Angeles Galaxy in real time. The starting line-ups are yet to be announced.
St. Louis Possible Starting Lineup
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- Roman Burki
- Jayden Reid
- Kyle Hiebert
- Henry Kessler
- Tomas Totland
- Eduard Lowen
- Chris Durkin
- Marcel Hartel
- Cedric Teuchert
- Theyr Nokkvi Thorisson
- Simon Becher
Los Angeles Galaxy Possible Starting Lineup
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- John McCarthy
- John Nelson
- Maya Yoshida
- Jalen Neal
- Miki Yamane
- Edwin Cerrillo
- Marky Delgado
- Diego Fagundez
- Riqui Puig
- Gabriel Pec
- Joseph Paintsil
St. Louis Vs Los Angeles Galaxy: Head-to-Head Records
St. Louis and Los Angeles Galaxy have faced each other 4 times since February 2023. Out of these encounters, 3 matches ended in a draw, while Los Angeles Galaxy won once. The most recent match between them was on February 3, 2024, in a friendly that ended in a 0-0 draw. St. Louis has scored 4 goals in these 4 head-to-head matches, while Los Angeles Galaxy has scored 7. Overall, Los Angeles Galaxy holds a better head-to-head record against St. Louis in their recent history.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2024 | Friendly | St. Louis vs LA Galaxy | 0 – 0 |
| Sep 11, 2023 | Major League Soccer | LA Galaxy vs St. Louis | 2 – 2 |
| Jun 11, 2023 | Major League Soccer | St. Louis vs LA Galaxy | 1 – 1 |
| Feb 8, 2023 | Friendly | LA Galaxy vs St. Louis | 4 – 1 |
Season Stats
- St. Louis
- Matches Played: 26
- Wins: 4
- Draws: 12
- Losses: 10
- Goals Scored: 36 (1.38 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 50 (1.92 per match)
- Los Angeles Galaxy
- Matches Played: 27
- Wins: 15
- Draws: 7
- Losses: 5
- Goals Scored: 52 (1.93 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 36 (1.33 per match)
St. Louis Vs Los Angeles Galaxy Recent Form Analysis
St. Louis
- Last Match: Drew with Portland Timbers
- Overall: 3 wins, 11 losses, 6 draws in their last 20 matches
St. Louis’s recent performances have been mixed, with two wins (3-1 against Portland Timbers on August 10 and 2-1 against Dallas on July 28), two losses (4-2 against Club América on August 14 and 1-1 against Juárez on August 5), and two draws (4-4 against Portland Timbers on August 25 and 1-1 against Sporting KC on July 21) in their last six matches.
Los Angeles Galaxy
- Last Match: Won against Atlanta United
- Overall: 12 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws in their last 20 matches
Los Angeles Galaxy have shown strong form recently, winning five of their last six matches (2-0 against Atlanta United on August 25, 2-2 against Guadalajara on August 5, 1-2 against San Jose Earthquakes on August 1, 3-2 against Portland Timbers on July 21, and 3-2 against Colorado Rapids on July 18) with only one loss (3-1 against Seattle Sounders on August 9).
Betting Tips: St. Louis vs Los Angeles Galaxy
1. Match Outcome: Los Angeles Galaxy to Win
- Analysis: Los Angeles Galaxy has been in much better form than St. Louis, with 12 wins in their last 20 matches compared to St. Louis’s 3 wins. The Galaxy has also won five of their last six matches, demonstrating their strong performance, whereas St. Louis has struggled with only two wins in their last six games. This disparity in form suggests that Los Angeles Galaxy is more likely to secure a victory.
2. Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- Analysis: St. Louis has been consistent in scoring, netting goals in their last six matches. However, they have also struggled defensively, conceding in all those matches, including a high-scoring draw (4-4) against Portland Timbers. On the other hand, Los Angeles Galaxy has also shown both strong offensive and shaky defensive performances, with their last six matches often featuring goals from both sides. This pattern indicates a high probability that both teams will find the net in this encounter.
3. Over 2.5 Goals
- Analysis: Given the recent performances of both teams, especially their involvement in high-scoring games, betting on over 2.5 goals seems reasonable. St. Louis’s matches have frequently seen over 2.5 goals, including a 4-2 loss to Club América and a 4-4 draw with Portland. Los Angeles Galaxy also tends to be involved in goal-heavy matches, such as their 3-2 win over Portland Timbers and a 3-1 loss to Seattle Sounders. The attacking capabilities and defensive vulnerabilities of both teams make this a likely outcome.
4. First Half: Draw
- Analysis: Despite Los Angeles Galaxy’s strong overall form, St. Louis has shown resilience, especially at home, managing to stay competitive in the first half of their recent matches. A draw at halftime could be a valuable bet as St. Louis might hold their ground initially before the Galaxy’s superior quality comes through later in the game.
5. Anytime Goalscorer: Riqui Puig (Los Angeles Galaxy)
- Analysis: Riqui Puig has been one of the standout performers for Los Angeles Galaxy, contributing significantly to their recent victories. His ability to find the back of the net makes him a good candidate for an anytime goalscorer bet, especially against a St. Louis side that has struggled defensively.
Final Thoughts:
- The most confident bet would be Los Angeles Galaxy to win, given their current form and St. Louis’s defensive struggles. However, combining this with both teams to score or over 2.5 goals could offer better value. Betting on a draw in the first half can be considered a safer approach for those expecting St. Louis to put up a fight initially.
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