LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Oct 2025

MLS Betting Preview: LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United

LA Galaxy host Minnesota United in this MLS game at Dignity Health Sports Park, with kick-off set for 21:00 on Saturday 18 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

United Facing Tough Test vs Galaxy

The way forward could be to back LA Galaxy with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -132 against Minnesota. This means our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, which allows us to land a return with a draw.

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2-2 Draw in Pair’s Last Meeting

LA Galaxy won their last league game 2-1, making it back-to-back MLS home wins. This was recorded at Dignity Health Sports Park against Dallas. The Los Angeles outfit recorded four shots on target and boasted 67% possession, with Elijah Wynder and Gabriel Pec scoring one goal apiece.

Minnesota United won their previous game which was at home. It was a 3-0 triumph at Allianz Field against Sporting Kansas City. Eric Ramsay's team had 53% of possession and seven shots on goal, while Anthony Markanich was on the scoresheet twice and Joaquin Pereyra also found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Galaxy boast an unbeaten record in the past four games against Minnesota, with the last clash ending 2-2 at Allianz Field. The past 10 H2H matches have witnessed four draws along with three wins each.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
7	Minnesota Utd	33	16	10	7	55	37	18	55:37	58
28	LA Galaxy	33	6	9	18	44	65	-21	44:65	27

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3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 9.7 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal. Galaxy have had 54.9% possession and 5.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 2.0 goals from 10.7 attempts and 5.5 shots on goal, while earning 6.2 corners.

Top goalscorer Joseph Paintsil has found the net 5 times, Gabriel Pec 4, with Elijah Wynder and two other players on 2. The leading assistor is Mauricio Cuevas with 3.

Minnesota have 5 victories, 2 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 4.6 shots on goal, 8.3 attempts and 1.6 goals. United average 42.4% possession, 4.2 corners taken and 6.2 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 11.2 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal.

Anthony Markanich has landed 4 goals, Joaquin Pereyra 3, with Nectarios Triantis and two others scoring 2. Joaquin Pereyra, Nectarios Triantis and Wil Trapp have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

LA Galaxy predicted lineup (4-3-3): Novak Micovic (GK), Mauricio Cuevas, Maya Yoshida, Carlos Garcés, John Nelson, Elijah Wynder, Edwin Cerrillo, Diego Fagundez, Gabriel Pec, Matheus Nascimento, Joseph Paintsil.

Minnesota United predicted lineup (4-4-1-1): Dayne St. Clair (GK), Jefferson Díaz, Michael Boxall, Morris Duggan, Anthony Markanich, Robin Lod, Wil Trapp, Nectarios Triantis, Joseph Rosales, Joaquín Pereyra, Bongokuhle Hlongwane.

LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Prediction & Betting Tips

This expert LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score tip, corners analysis, player prop suggestions and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Match Prediction

LA Galaxy +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at odds of -132. The home team should be able to avoid defeat in this MLS clash and we’re optimistic that they can land a win.

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Key LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Galaxy in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Galaxy in 12 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Galaxy in 2 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Minnesota in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Minnesota in 11 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Galaxy in 4 consecutive games against Minnesota.

Galaxy +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 56.8% likelihood of our pick winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Galaxy 2 - 1 Minnesota

LA Galaxy are available at +800 when it comes to them winning 2-1. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Robin Lod Under 0.5 Shots On Target -154

Robin Lod (Minnesota) can be wagered to finish without a shot on goal at -154. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.

Latest Robin Lod Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+290

First

+850

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

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Joseph Paintsil to Score +210

Joseph Paintsil (Galaxy) has netted four goals in his past four MLS matches. We’re happy to take the +210 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Joseph Paintsil Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+210

First

+600

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

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Corners Prediction

Galaxy To Have Most Corners -102

On average, LA Galaxy have had 8.40 corners in the past 5 matches, with Minnesota managing an average of 2.60 corners in the last 5 away games. We’re keen to take odds of -102 that Galaxy are awarded the most corners.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Galaxy

Total

12.10 5.90 6.20

Home

11.60 6.70 4.90

Away

11.00 4.80 6.20

Minnesota

Total

10.40 4.20 6.20

Home

10.20 5.70 4.50

Away

10.20 3.20 7.00

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-104

Under 10.5

-137

Galaxy Corners

Over 5.5

-100

Under 5.5

-141

Minnesota Corners

Over 4.5

-130

Under 4.5

-110

Most Corners

1

-123

X

+600

2

+130

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LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

1x2 Odds Suggest a Close Encounter

The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and LA Galaxy are +148 to land a MLS victory, while Minnesota United are +150 to win. The draw is trading at +285 should you think the clash will end all square.

You can take advantage of the Draw No Bet market if you want a less-risky option. Going down this route means you can back Galaxy at -118 or instead go for Minnesota at -115.

For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. The Yes pick in the Both Teams to Score market is considered to be the most likely result and it’s trading at -217.

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Full-Time Result

1

+148

X

+285

2

+150

Half-Time Result

1

+195

X

+148

2

+190

Double Chance

1X

-200

12

-400

X2

-192

Draw No Bet

1

-118

2

-115

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+118

2 Hcp +0.25

-147

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+145

Over 2.5

-185

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-217

No

+150

Kelvin Yeboah Top of First Goalscorer List

Kelvin Yeboah is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +420 and if you’re keen to back him to simply find the net, then the price is +140.

Kelvin Yeboah (Minnesota)

First

+140

Anytime

+420

Joseph Paintsil (Galaxy)

First

+210

Anytime

+600

Marco Reus (Galaxy)

First

+220

Anytime

+650

Matheus Nascimento (Galaxy)

First

+290

Anytime

+800

Robin Lod (Minnesota)

First

+290

Anytime

+850

Riqui Puig (Galaxy)

First

+290

Anytime

+950

Miguel Berry (Galaxy)

First

+300

Anytime

+850

Bongokuhle Hlongwane (Minnesota)

First

+320

Anytime

+950

Diego Fagúndez (Galaxy)

First

+350

Anytime

+1050

Joaquín Pereyra (Minnesota)

First

+450

Anytime

+1300

Hassani Dotson (Minnesota)

First

+550

Anytime

+1600

Joseph Rosales (Minnesota)

First

+550

Anytime

+1600

Anthony Markanich (Minnesota)

First

+600

Anytime

+1800

Wil Trapp (Minnesota)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Carlos Garcés (Galaxy)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Tucker Lepley (Galaxy)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Morris Duggan (Minnesota)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Julián Aude (Galaxy)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

Carlos Harvey (Minnesota)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

Joseph Paintsil (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

Marco Reus (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

-147

Under 0.5

-122

Joaquín Pereyra (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

-143

Under 0.5

-111

Riqui Puig (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-172

Matheus Nascimento (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

Robin Lod (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

Miguel Berry (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-172

Bongokuhle Hlongwane (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-182

Diego Fagúndez (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-213

Kelvin Yeboah (Minnesota)

Over 1.5

+140

Under 1.5

-227

Hassani Dotson (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-370

Joseph Rosales (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-400

Anthony Markanich (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-476

Wil Trapp (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-500

Tucker Lepley (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-625

Morris Duggan (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-667

Carlos Harvey (Minnesota)

Over 0.5

+320

Under 0.5

-714

Carlos Garcés (Galaxy)

Over 0.5

+430

Under 0.5

-1111

Galaxy Claimed Victory in Last Three H2H Dignity Health Sports Park Games

Galaxy have clocked up six wins and four losses in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.90 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

Minnesota haven’t lost any of their past nine away games. Eric Ramsay's team have recorded five victories, four draws and one defeat in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.70 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

The most recent Dignity Health Sports Park meeting saw Galaxy claim a 6-2 win over Minnesota. The previous 6 H2H games at Dignity Health Sports Park have involved four Galaxy wins, a single draw and one Minnesota victory.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
LA Galaxy Home Stats		6-0-4	3.20	1.90	1.30	8	2	5	5
Minnesota United Away Stats		5-4-1	2.90	1.70	1.20	6	4	8	2

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

LA Galaxy vs Minnesota United Lineups & Team News

Before making your bets, take a look at the Galaxy vs Minnesota team news. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups along with the latest injury developments.

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