Match Pack: LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes

This upcoming clash between LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes promises to be an intriguing encounter. History shows that these two sides have been fairly evenly matched over the years, with LA Galaxy edging out a narrow lead in head-to-head wins. However, recent form tells a different story. LA Galaxy are struggling at home, averaging only 0.33 points per game, which is concerning for their supporters. On the other hand, San Jose Earthquakes have been performing reasonably well on the road, averaging 1.17 points per game away from home.

Goals are likely to be a feature in this fixture, as previous meetings between these clubs have seen an average of 3.36 goals and a high probability of both teams finding the back of the net (66% of past encounters). With LA Galaxy’s recent poor performance at home and San Jose’s more consistent away form, the Earthquakes could be considered slight favorites to secure a positive result.

Given the attacking nature of both teams’ past encounters and the current dynamics, expect an open game with both teams having opportunities to score. The formidable offense from both sides might just make this an exciting match-up with plenty of goals. Keep a close eye on this fixture for potential betting opportunities, particularly in markets involving goals and BTTS (Both Teams to Score).

Insights

• Recent history between these teams shows a slightly favorable record for LA Galaxy with 18 victories to San Jose’s 15 in their last 44 encounters.
• LA Galaxy’s home form is currently rated as very poor, which could impact their performance.
• San Jose Earthquakes have been performing averagely in their away matches, potentially giving them a slight edge.
• Recent clashes between these teams average 3.36 goals per match, suggesting high-scoring outcomes.
• The likelihood of both teams scoring (BTTS) in this fixture is relatively high at 66%.
• Current season stats indicate LA Galaxy struggles at home with 0.33 Points Per Game.
• San Jose Earthquakes have a significantly better away record this season, averaging 1.17 Points Per Game.
• In their last matchup, LA Galaxy defeated San Jose Earthquakes 5-2, concluding in a decisive win.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline when Los Angeles Galaxy hosts San Jose Earthquakes is 2-0, occurring in three matches.
• In the last 22 home encounters, Los Angeles Galaxy has secured 11 victories, 4 matches ended in draws, and San Jose Earthquakes emerged victorious 7 times. The aggregate goal score stands at 39-33, favoring Los Angeles Galaxy.
• Over the course of their 56 meetings, Los Angeles Galaxy triumphed 23 times, 13 ended in a stalemate, while San Jose Earthquakes won 20 times. The cumulative goal difference is 95-86 in favor of Los Angeles Galaxy.
• Los Angeles Galaxy scores 25% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
• San Jose Earthquakes nets 28% of their goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
• Los Angeles Galaxy is winless in their last 13 matches.
• They are on a streak of 5 consecutive home games without a win.
• San Jose Earthquakes remain unbeaten in their last 6 matches.
• However, San Jose Earthquakes haven’t won any of their last 4 outings against Los Angeles Galaxy.
• Los Angeles Galaxy failed to score in 2 out of their 6 MLS home matches this season.
• San Jose Earthquakes couldn’t find the net in 1 out of their 6 MLS away matches this season.
• The home record for Los Angeles Galaxy this season reads 0-2-4.
• Christian Ramirez tops the scoring chart for Los Angeles Galaxy with 4 goals, while Cristian Arango leads for San Jose Earthquakes with 9 goals.
• Los Angeles Galaxy has conceded in each of their last 9 fixtures.
• Los Angeles Galaxy clinches the first half in 32% of matches, whereas San Jose Earthquakes do so in 26%.

• Overall, Los Angeles Galaxy has a 32% halftime winning rate, compared to the Earthquakes’ 26%.
• Los Angeles Galaxy emerged victorious in their last matchup against San Jose Earthquakes, winning by a single goal.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Los Angeles Galaxy wins 87% of their games.
• San Jose Earthquakes, leading 0-1 away, has a winning rate of 66%.
• If trailing 0-1 at home, Los Angeles Galaxy manages to win 16% of the time.
• San Jose Earthquakes has yet to win when down 1-0 away.
• In MLS, San Jose Earthquakes are currently outperforming Los Angeles Galaxy.
• In the recent 5 matches, San Jose Earthquakes has demonstrated better form than Los Angeles Galaxy.
• Los Angeles Galaxy is undefeated in their last 5 confrontations with San Jose Earthquakes across all competitions.
• Over the last 5 meetings, Los Angeles Galaxy secured 4 wins, with one game ending in a draw, and zero wins for San Jose Earthquakes.
• The Galaxy has remained unbeaten in their last 5 MLS games against the Earthquakes.
• Similarly, San Jose Earthquakes have failed to win in their last 5 MLS contests against Los Angeles Galaxy.
• On average, Los Angeles Galaxy scores 2.6 against San Jose Earthquakes, while San Jose scores 1.2 against the Galaxy.
• The average goal tally in matches between the two teams is 3.8.
• Both teams failed to win their most recent MLS matches.
• Playing at home, Los Angeles Galaxy averages 2.33 goals, whereas San Jose Earthquakes averages 1.05 goals away.