CARSON, Calif. – The LA Galaxy will look to extend their unbeaten streak on Sunday when they host Eastern Conference foe New York Red Bulls.
Both teams are on a high with the Galaxy being unbeaten in seven games, while the Red Bulls have not lost in five matches.
Ahead of #LAvNY, we take a look at a few relevant links, matchups to watch and an important quote to get you set for the game.
LINKS:
Are the Galaxy rivals with the New York Red Bulls? No chance, says Galaxy boss Bruce Arena.
LA Galaxy striker Gyasi Zardes returned to training earlier this week but is still an injury doubt.
In the latest edition of By the Numbers, we look at the Galaxy’s record against Eastern Conference opposition.
Lastly, LAGalaxy.com’s Larry Morgan provides a preview of the match.
MATCHUPS TO WATCH:
Bradley Wright-Phillips vs. Jelle Van Damme
Van Damme looks to continue his impressive July form with an August battle against Wright-Phillips. Expect the Red Bulls striker to look to drift behind Van Damme to create chances.
Robbie Keane vs. Aurelien Collin
With Gyasi Zardes’ status still in question, look for Robbie Keane to lead the Galaxy offense against the Red Bulls. The French defender will be in charge of shutting down the Irish forward who has scored seven goals in 11 appearances this season.
Sacha Kljestan vs. Nigel de Jong
De Jong will look to keep the in-form Kljestan under-wraps on Sunday. Kljestan has three goals in his last three matches, but he’ll have to deal with the Dutch midfielder on Sunday.
WHAT THEY SAID:
“It’s really far, right?”
- Jelle Van Damme on the rivalry between Los Angeles and New York.
