John Nelson

① Galaxy's home surface and experience steer them ahead of expansion side Charlotte.

② Charlotte will push to respond, testing Galaxy's resolve.

③ An entertaining clash with multiple goal opportunities.

① LA Galaxy's firepower and MLS pedigree should carry them past Sporting San Miguelito.

② The visitors will try to disrupt with disciplined defending and counter-attacks.

③ A clean sheet for Galaxy is plausible.