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Look ahead to Philadelphia: The LA Galaxy start the second half of the season vs. Philadelphia Union | INSIDER

Robbie Keane

CARSON, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy will face the Philadelphia Union on Saturday as they officially kick off the second half of the MLS regular season. 


Below are a series of links, matchups to watch and a prediction for Saturday's clash. 


LINKS:

A.J. DeLaGarza says he's ready to get back in the starting lineup after a successful international stint with Guam.


Robbie Keane announced that he is "back" after a hat trick against PSA Elite and figures for big minutes on Saturday.


In the latest edition of By the Numbers, we look at the recent success of Sebastian Lletget


Lastly in the O4 Water Match Preview, LAGalaxy.com's Larry Morgan gives a preview of the match


MATCHUPS TO WATCH:
Omar Gonzalez vs. C.J. Sapong

The most important match of the evening will see Gonzalez look to slow down Sapong who has scored twice in his last two matches. 


Robbie Keane vs. Maurice Edu

The former USMNT regular will have his hands full with Keane who is finally in form after a stellar showing against PSA Elite earlier this week. 


Stefan Ishizaki vs. Fabinho

The Swede has endured an up-and-down campaign this season, but should have plenty of opportunties against a leaky Philadelphia defense. 


PREDICTION:

LA Galaxy 4 (Lletget, Keane, Zardes, Ishizaki) Union 0