MLS: Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Odds, Preview, and Picks (Jul 25)

The last round of matches in the MLS before the start of the Leagues Cup will see the reigning champions aiming to respond following a poor sequence of results. LA Galaxy will be on the road on Friday evening when they come up against a Houston Dynamo side with aspirations of a playoff place.

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How To Watch

• When: Friday, July 25, 2025, at 8:30 P.M. ET
• Where: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, Texas
• How To Watch: Apple TV

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Odds

Match Result	Odds
Houston Dynamo	+108
Draw	+285
LA Galaxy	+225

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Match Preview

The pressure will be on the reigning MLS Cup champions this weekend, as LA Galaxy bid to hit some form before the start of the Leagues Cup. However, plenty of positives would have been taken from their recent outing, as they battled to a thrilling 3-3 draw against cross-city rivals LAFC.

However, the Galaxy’s form in away matches is an obvious concern this weekend. They have failed to win in 13 matches on the road this season, and have suffered defeats in 62% of their fixtures. Meanwhile, the Galaxy have allowed a remarkable 2.32 goals per game in their away matches, and have scored just 1.08.

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The Houston Dynamo still have a realistic chance of finishing in a playoff position this season, but they will need to be harder to beat after suffering eleven defeats in their 24 matches. Despite that, the Dynamo sit eleventh in the Western Conference standings. They come into this round after a recent 1-1 draw against Philadelphia.

Houston have been better in their home matches this season after winning 31% of their fixtures compared to just 27% on the road. They have also scored 1.15 efforts per 90, but have conceded a relatively high average of 1.77. Despite that, the Dynamo have failed to score in just 8% of their matches played at home.

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Head-to-Head Record

Houston have avoided defeat in their last two MLS matches against the Galaxy, with the latest ending in a 1-1 draw earlier this season. Meanwhile, it could be important to note that the Galaxy haven’t won an away match against the Dynamo since October 2022.

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Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy Picks

The Galaxy would have taken plenty of positives from their recent draw against LAFC. However, their poor defensive record throughout the season still raises concerns. Therefore, it could be hard to overlook the chances of a home victory on Friday night.

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• Houston Dynamo