Defending MLS Cup champions Atlanta United made a slow start to their campaign, but they have been improving steadily in recent weeks and Saturday’s game presents them an ideal opportunity to pick up a win against a major opponent.
LA Galaxy have had their successes this season, including a notable 3-2 victory over Western Conference pace setters LAFC two weeks ago, but they’ve also been inconsistent, as their 4-0 thrashing by Portland last week underlined.
The crucial factor in this game could be the absence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The prolific former Sweden international is suspended, along with Diego Polenta and Efrain Alvarez, and without him, it is hard to see Galaxy having the fight or firepower to prevail in the intimidating atmosphere at Mercedes Benz Stadium.
Three defeats in four games have left Port Adelaide outside the top eight in the AFL and after their one-point defeat to Greater Western Sydney last weekend, they face a must-win trip to Essendon this weekend.
Unfortunately for the Magpies, Essendon seem in no mood to let up as they aim to secure their Finals spot. The Bombers have won five in a row, thrashing Gold Coast by ten last time, and are eight points clear of the Finals-chasing pack.
Scott Lycett could be the key for Port Adelaide, but his opposite number, Zac Clarke, has been improving steadily and will be up for the challenge. It’s also worth noting that the Magpies have lost their last two games at Marvel Stadium, and by an average of 46 points. Back Essendon to win again on Saturday.
There’s plenty of top-class rugby league action this weekend, including this fascinating clash between two teams in the hunt for NRL Finals places.
South Sydney Rabbitohs have found form at just the right time. Three consecutive victories have lifted them to second and they will be fighting hard over their last six games to hold on to that position going into the Finals.
The Sharks ended a dreadful run of five defeats with a comeback win over the Cowboys last weekend, and are still only a point outside the top eight, but they will need to raise their game against in-form opponents who showed plenty of fighting spirit of their own against the Dragons last weekend. The Rabbitohs will also be boosted by the return of Sam Burgess and Liam Knight and look a solid bet.
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