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June 1, 2024

Chicago vs LA Galaxy: 2024 News – Major League Soccer

The Home Team is Winless in the Last Nine Games

Chicago Fire’s disappointing start to the season continued on Wednesday at Soldier Field, where they could only manage a 1-1 draw with Orlando City.

The team’s struggles in front of goal have significantly affected their sluggish season. With just 15 goals scored so far, the Chicago Fire has the second-worst offensive record in Major League Soccer (MLS), ahead of only the struggling New England Revolution, who have scored fewer (9 goals).

On the other hand, LA Galaxy is enjoying a significantly more successful season. They are in strong form, currently holding the second spot in the Western Conference with 28 points from 16 games. The Galaxy have gone six games without a loss, including two consecutive wins against Houston and Dallas, and have drawn four of their last five matches.

As Greg Vanney’s team heads to Soldier Field on Saturday, they will aim for their third straight victory. The Los Angeles side has a strong track record against the Fire, having last lost to them 14 years ago and consistently performing well in this matchup.

Kick-off

June 2, 2024, 6 a.m. (IST)
Stadium: Soldier Field

Form

Chicago Fire: L-L-L-L-D-D
LA Galaxy: D-D-D-D-W

Match Facts

• Chicago Fire has lost each of their last ten matches against LA Galaxy.
• LA Galaxy has won six of their last ten encounters with this opponent, while the remaining four matches ended in draws.
• Dejan Joveljic is currently the top scorer for LA Galaxy in 2024, with seven league goals to his name.

Chicago vs LA Galaxy: Betting Tips and Odds

Dejan Joveljic’s chances of scoring in the match are slim but not out of the question. The odds indicate a 31.25% probability of the Serbian striker finding the net on June 2. Although bookmakers are skeptical about LA Galaxy securing a win, they still have a 37.6% chance of earning three points.

According to the odds, Chicago Fire is the clear favorite heading into the match, with a 38.4% probability of winning. Based on current betting predictions and statistical analysis, this percentage reflects their stronger position and higher likelihood of securing a victory.

Injury and Team News

Chicago Fire will be without former Silkeborg player Tobias Salquist and 28-year-old Chase Gasper for this match. Both players remain sidelined due to ongoing injuries, and their absence will be felt as the team prepares for the upcoming game. Salquist and Gasper’s continued unavailability means that Chicago Fire must adjust their lineup and tactics without these critical contributors.

Cuypers is anticipated to play as Tom Barlow’s offensive partner when the Men in Red take on the LA Galaxy, and he will be looking to score two goals in a row.

With Joseph Paintsil out for the fourth straight game due to a hamstring injury that will keep him out until next month, the Galaxy will be missing just one player going into this encounter.

Dejan Joveljic will look to increase his score when he leads the scoring column once more on Saturday, following his brace against Dallas.

Head-to-head

Matches: 39
Chicago Fire: 11
La Galaxy: 20
Draws: 8

Predicted Lineup

Chicago Fire’s probable lineup: Brady; Pineda, Teran, Czichos, Dean, Gutman; Navarro, Gutierrez, Acosta; Cuypers, Barlow

LA Galaxy probable lineup: McCarthy; Yamane, Yoshida, Caceres, Aude; Delgado, Brugman, Puig; Pec, Joveljic, Fagundez

Match Prediction

LA Galaxy will aim to extend their current winning streak into their Saturday matchup. The visitors come into the game as the stronger side, having consistently dominated this fixture for over a decade.

Prediction: Chicago Fire 0-2 LA Galaxy

Telecast

India – Apple TV
UK – Apple TV
US – Apple TV
Nigeria – Apple TV