Colorado Rapids vs. Los Angeles Galaxy: 10 Bold Predictions

May 3, 2014; Commerce City, CO, USA; Colorado Rapids forward Charles Eloundou (19) controls the soccer ball in the second half against the Los Angeles Galaxy at Dicks Sporting Goods Park. The Rapids defeated the Galaxy 1-0. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Two teams in Major League Soccer‘s Western Conference are coming off tough losses to the beasts from the East on the road and will look to get their act together on Aug. 20 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colo. Bruce Arena’s Los Angeles Galaxy suffered a 4-1 defeat to the Columbus Crew and will have their work cut out for them against Pablo Mastroeni’s Colorado Rapids, who fell, 4-2, to D.C. United at RFK Stadium.

Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET/9 p.m. ET and will be televised by MLS LIVE. Here are 10 Bold Predictions for Wednesday night’s match between the Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Galaxy.

1. At least 40 fouls, under five cards

There won’t be a lot of cards in this match, as with the contest between the Crew and Galaxy. Of course, there weren’t any cards in the game, period, but there should be some here. The MLS Multiplex calls for at least 40 fouls and under five cards.

2. Under five saves from Jaime Penedo

This will be a tough game for Los Angeles Galaxy Jaime Penedo. Historically, the Galaxy have struggled on the road, and Colorado have been on a streak of success against the Galaxy. There will be under five saves from Penedo in this game.

3. At least five saves from Clint Irwin

On the flip side, expect a big game at home for Rapids goalkeeper Clint Irwin, who is hoping for a victory to stay in the race for the postseason. The MLS Multiplex is calling for at least five saves from Irwin to keep home alive in Commerce City.

4. No goals from the Los Angeles Galaxy

This will be the third straight match that the Los Angeles Galaxy exhibit poor form. There will be no goals from the Galaxy in this contest.

5. Deshorn Brown will score

On the flip side, watch for a number of goalscorers to step up to the plate. One of those goalscorers is Deshorn Brown, who has eight goals this season. Brown will score in the second half.