LA Galaxy and FC Los Angeles are in average form heading into this matchup, with LA Galaxy playing four consecutive draws and FC Los Angeles losing four of their last six league matches.
However, three of the LA Galaxy's four matches without a win have been on the road, and last weekend's 2-2 draw with the San Jose Earthquakes was a good result.
Veteran striker Chavia Boots Nandez is out for a long time due to an injury, in other words, Preston Zoot will lead the way up front, and with two goals in his last three matches, I think he'll be full of confidence heading into this Los Angeles clash.
Douglas Costa on the right has been in great form since his return from injury and has assisted on 4 of LA Galaxy's last 5 league goals. I believe that LA Galaxy will be able to create a threat on the left side of the pitch, with Tanner Poulter on the left side.
FC Los Angeles lost 0-2 to FC Dallas in their last league match and need a rebound performance for this match, but I think their defense is unstable due to the fact that center back Jacey Merrillo is avoiding the match due to injury and another defender Erlanger is out of the match as he needs to represent the US in the Gold Cup.
Up front, Dennis Buanga missed a couple of chances to score against FC Dallas, but he has been running around a lot, so I believe he will still be the main source of goals for the team, while Carlos Weiner and Paugus will also provide creativity for the team.
