Chicharito leads the LA Galaxy against Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC (4-0-1) vs. LA Galaxy (3-2-0)

Carson, California; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. EDT

LINE: Los Angeles +148, LAFC +160, Draw +273; over/under is 2.5 goals

BOTTOM LINE: Chicharito leads the LA Galaxy into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after scoring two goals against the Portland Timbers.

The Galaxy went 13-12-9 overall and 8-4-5 at home last season. The Galaxy scored 50 goals a season ago while allowing opponents to score 54.

LAFC compiled a 12-13-9 record overall in 2021 while finishing 4-10-3 in road games. LAFC scored 53 goals a season ago while allowing opponents to score 51.

Saturday's game is the first time these teams meet this season.

NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Galaxy: Adam Esparza-Saldana (injured), Jorge Villafana (injured), Douglas Costa (injured).

LAFC: Eddie Segura (injured), Franco Escobar (injured).

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