Houston Takes Home Win Streak Into Matchup With Los Angeles

Four-Game Win Streak Powers Dynamo Towards LAFC Matchup

The Houston Dynamo clinched their fourth-straight win of the season Saturday night at PNC Stadium. Their 2-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes pushed them to 4-5-4 on the year and moved them up to eighth place in the Western Conference standings. Forward Darwin Quintero led the charge with a goal and an assist, while midfielder Matias Vera added a goal of his own. Goalkeeper Steve Clark made four saves en route to his fourth win of the season. The Dynamo will look to extend their win streak when they head to Los Angeles to face LAFC on Saturday, June 11.

Dynamo's Recent Success

The Dynamo's current four-game winning streak is their longest of the 2022 season. They have outscored their opponents 8-4 during that stretch and have kept three clean sheets. Quintero has been a key part of the Dynamo's success, scoring three goals and adding two assists in his last four games. During that span, Vera has also scored three goals. The Dynamo's defense has also been solid, allowing just one goal in their last three games.

LAFC Presents Tough Challenge

The Dynamo will face their toughest test of the season when they travel to Los Angeles to face LAFC. LAFC is currently the top team in the Western Conference with a record of 9-2-3. They are led by forward Carlos Vela, who is one of the most dangerous players in MLS. LAFC has won its last three games and has not lost at home all season. The Dynamo will need to be at their best if they want to pull off an upset.

Matchup Preview

The Dynamo and LAFC will square off at Banc of California Stadium on Saturday, June 11 at 10:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on ESPN and ESPN Deportes. The Dynamo will be looking to continue their winning streak and move up the Western Conference standings, while LAFC will be looking to extend their home unbeaten streak and maintain their lead in the conference. It is sure to be an exciting matchup between two of the best teams in MLS.

Conclusion

The Houston Dynamo are riding a four-game winning streak into their matchup with LAFC on Saturday. The Dynamo will need to be at their best to pull off an upset against the top team in the Western Conference. However, if they can continue to play with the same intensity and determination that they have shown in their last four games, they have a good chance of coming away with a victory.