LA Galaxy vs New England

This cross-conference clash means different things for each side. LA Galaxy sit 13th in the Western Conference, seven points off the playoff line, with little room for further slip-ups. New England Revolution sit third in the East, well-placed for a playoff push, so this is more confidence-builder than must-win for the visitors. The hosts have tightened up defensively, conceding just once (a penalty) in their last four matches, a run capped by a 1-0 win over San Jose Earthquakes. Joseph Paintsil leads the attack with five goals this season, with goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski in fine form behind him. The Revolution's results have been mixed: a 4-1 win over Atlanta United built on goals from Carles Gil and Dor Turgeman, a 2-2 draw at CF Montreal, then a 0-2 loss to Houston Dynamo. LA Galaxy hold the historical edge, with 21 wins to New England's 16 across more than two decades of meetings, including three MLS Cup finals. Our prediction: 2-1