SALT LAKE CITY -- We're just hours away from a clash that will see LA Galaxy take on Real Salt Lake in a true battle of Western Conference Powers.
Below are a series of links, matchups to watch and a predicted lineup to get you going before kick off.
LINKS
Bruce Arena spoke to the media in Southern California prior to the Galaxy's departure to Utah.
Landon Donovan and Robbie Keane are each trying to complete their fitness test to be fit for Saturday's match.
Marcelo Sarvas enjoyed a strong game against Sporting KC, but can he repeat his success against RSL.
Omar Gonzalez on the challenges of facing RSL forward Alvaro Saborio.
Are the LA Galaxy and Real Salt Lake rivals? I asked a few Galaxy players to find out.
LAGalaxy.com Larry Morgan provided a preview of Saturday's clash.
*Lastly, my Three Points to the match.
MATCHUPS TO WATCH:
Jack McBean vs. Nat Borchers
McBean's profile has grown in recent weeks as he has become a staple in LA's starting XI, but he'll likely be in for a serious test against Borchers, who is one of the strongest defenders in MLS.
Omar Gonzalez vs. Alvaro Saborio
A true clash of the titans between the powerhouse forward and the sturdy defender. Expect a physical battle as Gonzalez looks to prevent Saborio from using his speed to get behind LA's defense.
Marcelo Sarvas/Juninho vs. Kyle Beckerman/Javier Morales
The match may very well turn on this battle of veteran midfielders. Expect LA's Brazilian duo to attempt to sufficate Morales as he looks to lead RSL's attack while also trying to prevent Beckerman from sending in piercing balls into the attacking third.
PREDICTED LINEUP:
Cudicini; Franklin, Gonzalez, DeLaGarza, Dunivant; Magee, Sarvas, Juninho, Clark; McBean, Keane
