A lot is on the line Thursday night if the Los Angeles Galaxy hopes to advance to the Knockout Stage of the 2025 Leagues Cup. A win helps the defending MLS Cup champions' efforts in advancing past the Group Stage, a feat they failed to accomplish last year.
The LA Galaxy are not guaranteed to move on if they win on Thursday against Santos. However, it certainly helps. Here are three bold predictions about the game.
1. Marco Reus gets at least one goal contribution against Santos.
The former Borussia Dortmund star has proven that he doesn't have to score to be effective.