CARSON, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy take on undefeated Real Salt Lake on Saturday.
Salt Lake are the league's only unbeaten side, but Bruce Arena's squad are unbeaten in their last four games.
Below are a series of links, matchups to watch and a quote to get you ready for the match.
LINKS
A capacity crowd is expected tonight so fans are encouraged to get to StubHub Center early.
Giovani dos Santos is hitting his stride after a strong performance against the Houston Dynamo but is aware that he must build on that showing against Salt Lake.
In honor of #GalaxySocial Night, I identified each Galaxy player with their own emoji.
Robbie Rogers is healthy once again, but will he be in the starting lineup on Saturday?
In the latest edition of By the Numbers, we look at the Galaxy's record against RSL goalkeeper Nick Rimando in penalty kicks.
Daniel Steres talks to LAGalaxy.com's Larry Morgan about his strong start.
*Lastly, Larry Morgan provides a preview of the match.
MATCHUPS TO WATCH:
Steven Gerrard vs. Kyle Beckerman
The most important matchup will pit Gerrard against the talented Beckerman. Gerrard was at his best against Houston, but will have a tougher task linking up in the attack when he takes on the Salt Lake captain.
"Burrito" Martinez vs. Jelle Van Damme.
Van Damme missed the early part of this week after a team-approved trip to Belgium and will have a tough task in stopping the talented Argentine striker who is more vital to RSL after the loss of Joao Plata due to injury.
Gyasi Zardes vs. Aaron Maund
Under the radar, Gyasi Zardes is enjoying a strong start to the season with a team-leading three goals on the year. He'll match up with Salt Lake's Aaron Maund, who has steadily become a regular in the Salt Lake defense.
WHAT THEY SAID:
“They’re a good team like they are every year."
- Bruce Arena on Real Salt Lake
