Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Prediction: Dynamo Aim to Keep Pace in Playoff Race

• The Houston Dynamo are three points back from the last playoff spot in the Western Conference 

• The LA Galaxy are heading to the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup finishing third in the Leagues Cup

Saturday evening the defending MLS champions, the LA Galaxy will travel down to Shell Energy Stadium to clash against the Houston Dynamo. These two most recently clashed in April which saw each side share the spoils in a 1-1 draw. 

Here, we will break down the betting odds and share our favourite picks for Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy.

Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Betting Odds for Saturday, September 6

The moneyline 3-way market sees the hosts favored by the books to collect all three points. The Dynamo are priced -125 to win while the Galaxy are listed at +290. If both clubs are level after the final whistle, the draw is logged down at +310.

Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Odds

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Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Betting Prediction

Houston Dynamo Preview

Across all competitions, Ben Olsen’s men were winless through nine straight prior to last weekend's triumph. For now, the Dynamo stopped the bleeding, succeeding with a positive result, getting the better of St.Louis City SC last weekend, winning 3-2 on the road. 

On Saturday, Ezequiel Ponce finally terminated his goalless run, which was long overdue. After going seven straight without featuring on the scoreboard, the talented striker hit the back of the net for the eighth time this MLS term. The designated player should be presented with opportunities to achieve his ninth goal this weekend, as Ponce is averaging 2.46 shots taken per 90.

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LA Galaxy Preview

Greg Vanney’s troops are on a bit of a high after a successful Leagues Cup, which saw the Galaxy punch their ticket to next year's premier club tournament in North America thanks to a 2-1 win over Orlando City SC. Now the focus shifts to MLS play, where the Galaxy have had a miserable title defence, currently sitting in last place. With seven matches remaining this campaign, LA will look to play the role of spoilers, wreaking havoc in the standings. 

With the September international window open, the Galaxy won’t have a depleted roster with three players going away on duty. Most notably, the Galaxy will be without one of its best-in-form players. Representing his home nation of Ghana for World Cup qualification, Joseph Painstil's services will be missed. The 27-year-old winger put on a clinic during the Leagues Cup, obtaining four goals in six outings. Taking part in MLS this season, Painstil has amassed six goal contributions through 20 appearances.

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Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy - My Pick

Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy pick: Houston Dynamo moneyline 3-way (-125) at bet365

Despite Houston retaining a subpar home record and missing their young, promising star, Jack McGlynn, who is off representing the USMNT, the Dynamo are in a reasonable place to capture their ninth league win.  Salvaging a bit of their season with a bronze medal finish, the Galaxy could be in a letdown spot since they can’t achieve anything more in 2025, could be victims of checking out mentally the campaign concludes.

LA have been horrid away from home, as they still remain winless after 14 matches while conceding 33 goals. Houston is fighting for their playoff lives, getting back to a winning feeling. They should manage to get past the Galaxy, who possess a shaky road defence. 

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How to Watch Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy

• When: September 6, 8.30 p.m ET

• Where: Shell Energy Stadium 

• TV: Apple TV - MLS Season Pass