Unlike major European Leagues, Major League Soccer in the United States goes unnoticed by much of the betting public until something happens that transcends the game; like the season's arrival of world soccer phenom, David Beckham. The 34 year old British Mid-Fielder has returned to the Los Angeles Galaxy after spending the past six months on loan to AC Milan and will be on hand for the Galaxy's game at New York versus the Red Bulls Thursday night.
Oddsmakers at super-sportsbook Bodog.com, list the Los Angeles Galaxy as slight +155 moneyline favorites over New York while the point spread is lined as a PICK. The game total is installed at 2 1/2. The moneyline odds for a DRAW is +220.
Los Angeles (5-3-9) without Beckham has been holding its own in the MLS Western Conference standings and is a contender in the playoffs race. The Galaxy has won three games in a row, highlighted by a win over Chivas USA, currently third in the conference. While holding down fifth place in the standings, LA is only 7 points in back of first place Houston.
New York (2-13-4) is struggling and will be looking for a miracle to end its 10-game winless streak (0-8-2). The Red Bulls are hoping their long layoff will help the team for the game with the Galaxy. New York last game resulted in a 2-1 loss on July 4 at Dallas.
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