The Portland Timbers and LA Galaxy always promise a colorful clash. Though the last meeting between the two was a 1-1 draw, the Galaxy’s only goal came off an own goal. That came after the dramatic 5-2 Timbers’ victory in Carson last season to help send the Timbers to the MLS Cup. This game will carry the similar excitement. There are the three things you should watch for in Saturday’s match:
1.) The Galaxy’s momentum changed after the Open Cup match between the teams. A couple Galaxy men will claim that their visit last month to Rose City for the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup started their recent run of good form.