Main prediction: LA Galaxy to win the clash
Alternative tip: San Jose Earthquakes to score
Other market: over 10.5 corners
LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 20/08 (Thursday), at Dignity Health Sports Park, at 03:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, LA Galaxy have won 0 time(s) and score 0.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, San Jose Earthquakes have won 1 time(s). LA Galaxy have a 42% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes.
Prediction for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
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Overview LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
LA Galaxy are favourites, with odds of 2.38 and a 42% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Los Angeles Galaxy, with 18 win(s) against 16 for San Jose Earthquakes. The odds for a San Jose Earthquakes win are 3 and a draw is 4.54.
In the Major League Soccer, LA Galaxy have 5 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 24 goal(s) scored and 30 conceded. The top scorer is Gabriel Fortes Chaves, with 5 goal(s). On the other side, San Jose Earthquakes have 10 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 38 goal(s) scored and 27 conceded. Preston Judd is the top scorer with 11 goal(s).
In the last 3 clashes between LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes, all had under 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 clashes between LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes, all had over 9.5 corners.
LA Galaxy are unbeaten against San Jose Earthquakes in 3 matches.
LA Galaxy have conceded goals in all of their last 3 clashes against San Jose Earthquakes.
LA Galaxy are winless in 6 matches in the competition.
In the last 3 matches involving LA Galaxy, all had under 2.5 goals.
In the last 3 matches involving LA Galaxy, the first half had 0 or 1 goal.
San Jose Earthquakes are winless in 4 matches in the competition.
San Jose Earthquakes have conceded goals in their last 13 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes
In 47 clashes, LA Galaxy have the advantage over San Jose Earthquakes: 18 win(s) against 16 and 13 draw(s). The most recent was on 26/07/2026, in the MLS. draw won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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LA Galaxy: current form
LA Galaxy are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
5 win(s), 7 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.1 point(s) per match
24 goals scored (1.2 per match)
Top scorer: Gabriel Fortes Chaves (5 goal(s))
San Jose Earthquakes: current form
Meanwhile, San Jose Earthquakes are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:
10 win(s), 3 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.74 point(s) per match
38 goals scored (2 per match)
Top scorer: Preston Judd (11 goal(s))
LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes key players
In the MLS, Gabriel Fortes Chaves carries Los Angeles Galaxy's attack with 5 goal(s).
The playmaker is Marco Reus, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Gabriel Fortes Chaves has 5 goal(s).
On the other side, Preston Judd is the name that frightens the most for The Quakes with 11 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Timo Werner leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Preston Judd has accumulated 11 goal(s).
LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes statistics in the MLS
LA Galaxy have an average of 8.95 corners and 2.45 cards per match. Meanwhile, San Jose Earthquakes have 11.74 corners and 2.32 cards. See the numbers for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes in the table below.
LA Galaxy
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D L L |
0.4 |
| Home | D L L D D |
0.6 |
| Away | L D W L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 20% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.7 | 2.5 | 2.9 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1.1 | 1.3 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 70% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 20% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 15% | 20% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.51 | 1.68 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.5 | 1.45 | 1.55 |
San Jose Earthquakes
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D L W |
0.8 |
| Home | L D L L D |
0.4 |
| Away | L W L D W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 40% | 67% |
| Goals | 3.42 | 3.2 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.8 | 2.22 |
| Conceded | 1.42 | 1.4 | 1.44 |
| Both Teams to Score | 63% | 50% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 30% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 20% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 40% | 78% |
|
xG
|
1.54 | 1.91 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.18 | 1.79 |
More tips for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
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Correct score prediction for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
The favoritism in the odds points to LA Galaxy. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: LA Galaxy 1-0 San Jose Earthquakes. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
Check out where to watch the live match between San Jose Earthquakes and LA Galaxy:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for LA Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes
The line-ups for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Los Angeles Galaxy line-up
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4
Maya Yoshida
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5
Jakob Glesnes
Defender
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7
Kyogo Furuhashi
Forward
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8
Lucas Magolé
Midfielder
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12
James Marcinkowski
Goalkeeper
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14
John Nelson
Defender
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15
Justin Haak
Defender
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21
Robert Taylor
Forward
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22
Elijah Wynder
Midfielder
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26
Harbor Miller
Defender
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28
Joseph Paintsil
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
San Jose Earthquakes line-up
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1
Angus Gunn
Goalkeeper
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2
Jamar Ricketts
Defender
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5
Daniel Munie
Defender
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7
Ousseni Bouda
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10
Niko Tsakiris
Midfielder
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11
Timo Werner
Forward
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14
Ronaldo Vieira
Midfielder
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18
Reid Roberts
Defender
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19
Preston Judd
Forward
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28
Benjamin Kikanovic
Defender
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34
Beau Leroux
Midfielder
The San Jose Earthquakes starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
Match: LA Galaxy vs San Jose Earthquakes
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 20/08/2026
Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park
Broadcast: none scheduled
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