LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers: Predictions, tips & betting odds

LA Galaxy aim to take a step closer to top spot in the MLS' Western Conference on Saturday when they welcome out-of-form Portland Timbers to Dignity Health Sports Park.

Greg Vanney's side have been a little erratic so far but will be hoping to follow up their impressive 4-1 demolition of Austin last time out with another victory.

The Timbers for their part have lost each of their last three games to drop to 12th in the standings and another defeat could see them end the weekend bottom.

LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers latest odds

The hosts are well-fancied to record their fifth home league win of the season with bet365 offering them at 7/10 (1.70).

The visitors meanwhile have just one win on the road this term and are available at 7/2 (4.50) with the draw priced at 3/1 (4.00).

LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers first goal scorer

Javier Hernandez is the Galaxy's top scorer with six goals and the former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker is the favourite to break the deadlock at 3/1 (4.00).

Young Serbian striker Dejan Joveljic has three goals in his last two competitive matches for the Los Angeles outfit and is offered at 11/2 (6.50) to score first, while for the visitors Sebastian Blanco can be backed at 8/1 (9.00).

LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers preview

The Timbers have the fourth worst defensive record in the Western Conference conceding 25 goals and keeping just two clean sheets in 15 games.

The Galaxy have been far from prolific this season but their last two home matches have seen them rack up seven goals and the Californian team will be confident of getting among the goals once more.

Defensively, Vanney's side have been solid conceding the second lowest number of goals in the division and they should be well backed to claim another win at home against struggling opposition.

LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers tips and predictions

The price of 7/10 (1.70) for a home win is surely big enough to attract some attention while backing the Galaxy to win a game with over 2.5 goals at 6/4 (2.50) could also appeal.

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

LA Galaxy to win at 7/10 (1.70) for a 3pt stake with bet365