Two struggling sides meet at Shell Energy Stadium on Friday night as Houston Dynamo host LA Galaxy in a match that could shape the direction of their MLS playoff push. Read our preview for the Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy match.

Betting Preview for Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy

• Venue: Shell Energy Stadium
• Date: Friday, July 26, 2025
• Time: 8:30 PM ET
• Matchup: Dynamo vs LA Galaxy
• Odds are provided by 1XBet

Betting on Houston Dynamo

• 1XBet Spread: 0
• 1XBet Moneyline: 2.119
• 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5

Ben Olsen’s team has hit a tough patch and currently sits just outside the top nine. With two losses and a draw in their last three, the Dynamo need to tighten up defensively to avoid losing ground in the postseason race. The good news is that they’re only two points behind a playoff spot, but confidence is low at the moment.

Betting on LA Galaxy

• 1XBet Spread: 0
• 1XBet Moneyline: 3.28
• 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5

Despite being defending MLS Cup champions, LA Galaxy haven’t found their rhythm in 2025. However, things are beginning to improve under Greg Vanney. They’ve lost only one of their last five, and their Brazilian star Gabriel Pec returned to form with a brace in his last outing. He’s been among the most active shooters in the league and looks set to play a big role again.

MatchPlug Prediction for Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy

With both sides under pressure and struggling to keep clean sheets, we expect an open, attacking affair. But with Gabriel Pec red-hot and Houston’s defense leaking goals, the edge slightly tilts to the visitors.

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