LA Galaxy vs Atlanta United: Preview, predictions, team news
- Major League Soccer action returns this weekend
- LA Galaxy take on Atlanta United for the first time in two years
- Both teams could see new signings Marco Reus and Alexey Miranchuk make their debuts
Atlanta United hit the road to take on LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer action this weekend at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Galaxy return to MLS action after a disappointing run in Leagues Cup as Greg Vanney's team fell to Seattle Sounders in the Round of 32. However, the Galaxy still remain in first place in the Western Conference standings on 49 points, just four points behind Inter Miami in the Supporters' Shield table.
Atlanta's Leagues Cup campaign didn't even get past the Group Stage after a poor showing from the Eastern Conference team. The Five Stripes were unable to get past DC United or Santos Laguna in their group were sent packing after a penalty shootout defeat at home against the Mexican club. Atlanta remain in ninth place in the East and face a steep challenge of qualifying for the postseason.
Here's 90min's guide to the Galaxy vs the Five Stripes.
What time does LA Galaxy vs Atlanta United kick-off?
- Location: Carson, California, United States
- Stadium: Dignity Health Sports Park
- Date: Saturday 24 August
- Kick-off Time: 10:30 p.m. EST
LA Galaxy vs Atlanta United H2H record (Last Four Games)
- LA Galaxy: 1 win
- Atlanta United: 3 wins
- Draws: 0
- Last meeting: LA Galaxy 2-0 Atlanta United (24 July 2022) - MLS
Current form (all competitions)
LA Galaxy | Atlanta United |
|---|---|
Seattle Sounders 3-1 LA Galaxy - 08/08/2024 | Atlanta United 0-0 Santos Laguna (3-5 on penalties) - 04/08/2024 |
Chivas 2-2 LA Galaxy (4-5 on penalties) - 04/08/2024 | Atlanta United 3-3 DC United (5-6 on penalties) - 26/07/2024 |
San Jose Earthquakes 1-2 LA Galaxy - 31/07/2024 | Atlanta United 2-1 Columbus Crew - 20/07/2024 |
LA Galaxy 3-2 Portland Timbers - 20/07/2024 | CF Montreal 1-0 Atlanta United - 13/07/2024 |
LA Galaxy 3-2 Colorado Rapids - 17/07/2024 | Atlanta United 1-2 Indy Eleven - 09/07/2024 |
How to watch LA Galaxy vs Atlanta United on TV and live stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Apple TV - MLS Season Pass |
United States | Apple TV - MLS Season Pass, FuboTV, FS1 |
Canada | Apple TV + |
LA Galaxy team news
New free-agent signing Marco Reus is set to make his debut Saturday night while full-back Julian Aude and strike Dejan Joveljic remain sidelined with their respective hamstring and groin injuries.
LA Galaxy predicted lineup vs Atlanta United
LA Galaxy predicted lineup vs Portland Timbers ( 4-3-3 ): McCarthy; Yamane, Yoshida, Neal, Nelson; Delgado, Puig, Brugman; Pec, Paintsil, Fagundez.
Atlanta United team news
While Atlanta have no new injuries following their Leagues Cup exit, new signing Alexey Miranchuk -- who joined from Serie A side Atalanta -- could be in line for minutes off the bench as a substitute.
Veteran midfielder Dax McCarty announced that he's hanging up his boots after the end of the 2024 season, calling it quits on a career that's spanned nearly two decades.
Atlanta United predicted lineup vs LA Galaxy
Atlanta United predicted lineup vs LA Galaxy ( 4-3-3 ): Guzan; Lennon, Gregersen, Williams, Amador; Muyumba, Slisz, Fortune; Lobjanidze, Rios, Silva.
LA Galaxy vs Atlanta United score prediction
Even with the addition of Miranchuk, Atlanta could very well struggle to keep up with the star-studded attack the Galaxy have while having a rather leaky defense.
The Galaxy will pick up three points in comfortable fashion at home while Atlanta will find a consolate goal late on but it will be too little too late.
Prediction: LA Galaxy 3-1 Atlanta United