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Look ahead to Colorado: LA Galaxy set to take on the Colorado Rapids | INSIDER

DENVER -- The LA Galaxy will look to get their second win of the 2016 season on Saturday when they take on the Colorado Rapids.


Below are a series of links and matchups to watch for tonight's game: 


LINKS:

Giovani dos Santos and Dan Kennedy will miss out on Saturday's game due to injury


Jelle Van Damme is set to return to the fold after an injury cost him an appearance last week against D.C. United.


Gyasi Zardes is anxious for a big showing against the Rapids after the birth of his second child


In the latest edition of By the Numbers, we look at Robbie Keane's success in Colorado.


 *LAGalaxy.com's Larry Morgan provides a preview of Saturday's match.


MATCHUPS TO WATCH:

Shkëlzen Gashivs Jelle Van Damme 


Van Damme appears certain to start on Saturday after returning to full training earlier this week, he'll have his hands full with the Albanian striker who is considered one of the league's top offseason additions.


Nigel de Jong vs. Sam Cronin

In a battle of two hard-nosed midfielders, De Jong will look to take control of the midfield while also getting his first taste at playing soccer at altitude. Expect hard challenges from both players as they look to set the tone. 


Robbie Keane vs. Jared Watts

Keane has enjoyed plenty of success against the Colorado Rapids in the past, and will look to continue that when he faces Watts and the rest of the Colorado defense. Colorado conceded only one goal in their opener, but will face a different test when they deal with the Galaxy offense.