LAFC vs. LA Galaxy prediction, projected lineups, how to watch El Trafico

Los Angeles FC v Los Angeles Galaxy | Melinda Meijer/ISI Photos/GettyImagesThe most electric rivalry in Major League Soccer returns on Saturday night when LAFC hosts the LA Galaxy in the 26th El Trafico derby meeting across all competitions, and 21st in MLS regular season play.

Steve Cherundolo's LAFC side has won three in a row to surge up the Western Conference table following their return from FIFA Club World Cup competition. They sit fourth entering the weekend, seven points off the pace set by San Diego FC with three games in hand.

Greg Vanney's last-place Galaxy have been much improved since finally earning their first win on May 31, taking 11 points from their last seven MLS games. But…