CARSON, Calif. – The LA Galaxy return to league play on Monday when they face off Vancouver Whitecaps FC at StubHub Center.
Monday’s match is the 21st time the Galaxy have played on the Fourth of July. To get you ready for tonight’s game below are a series of links and matchups to watch.
LINKS:
Gyasi Zardes and Robbie Keane are likely to be available for this evening’s match after returning from international duty.
The Galaxy will honor Vietnam veteran Joe Getherall before Monday’s game.
Ahead of the Fourth of July match, here are the four most memorable Fourth of July moments in LA Galaxy history.
In the latest edition of By the Numbers, we look at the Galaxy’s record against Canadian teams.
*LAGalaxy.com’s Larry Morgan provides a preview of tonight’s game.
MATCHUPS TO WATCH:
ROBBIE KEANE vs. WHITECAPS DEFENSE
The Galaxy will welcome back their captain to the fold on Monday. Keane typically struggles when returning from international duty, but the Galaxy forward will be motivated to snap the team’s recent offensive struggles.
STEVEN GERRARD vs. MATIAS LABA
Gerrard enjoyed a strong second half against the San Jose Earthquakes last weekend and will hope to build on that success on Monday against the talented Laba. Against the Whitecaps, Gerrard will hope to push forward into the attack and connect with the rest of the Galaxy front four.
KEKUTA MANNEH vs. AJ DELAGARZA
DeLaGarza will need every ounce of speed when he faces off against the speedy Manneh. Positioning will be vital for DeLaGarza as Manneh will seek to exploit any gaps in the Galaxy defense.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:
“I think with a full complement of players back, there are no excuses for us not being able to score goals.”
- Bruce Arena on the LA Galaxy’s recent offensive struggles.
