LA Galaxy vs New England: Revs seek third straight away win
LA Galaxy host New England Revolution on September 5 in MLS Matchday 23, with the visitors chasing a third straight road victory and the hosts desperate to halt a slide that has seen them win just once since the FIFA World Cup break.
Team News and Injury Latest
LA Galaxy are without forward João Klauss (foot), while goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski and midfielder Lucas Sanabria are both suspended. Elijah Wynder (ankle) also remains out, leaving the Galaxy shorthanded in several areas of the pitch.
New England will be missing striker Leo Campana (lower body) and have a doubt over winger Luca Langoni, who is listed as questionable with a lower-body issue. Manager Caleb Porter otherwise has a near-full squad to choose from as the Revs continue a four-game road stretch.
New England’s Road Resurgence
The Revolution arrive in California on the back of consecutive away wins, most recently a 3-1 victory at Columbus Crew. Carles Gil was the standout, scoring a goal-of-the-year contender and adding two assists, a performance that underlined his importance to a side that has often relied on its home form at Gillette Stadium. The Revs have not lost on the road since the World Cup break, and their 10 wins from 21 games have them fourth in the Eastern Conference.
Galaxy’s Post-World Cup Woes
LA Galaxy have managed just six wins in 23 outings and sit second-bottom in the Western Conference. Their last match ended in a 3-1 home defeat to San Diego FC, despite playing against 10 men for nearly an entire half. The Galaxy have recorded only three home victories all season, a statistic that highlights the challenge facing a side that has struggled to turn performances into points.
Key Battle: Gil Against a Depleted Galaxy Defence
With Marcinkowski suspended and injuries piling up, the Galaxy backline will be tested by Gil’s movement and creativity. The Spaniard’s ability to drift into pockets and release runners was on full display in Columbus, and if the home side cannot close him down quickly, the Revs could extend their road streak. The Galaxy have conceded 32 goals in 22 matches, a number that will concern head coach Greg Vanney given the attacking threats New England possess.