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Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – Match Preview

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Los Angeles FC is set to host Seattle Sounders FC at the BMO Stadium. This Quarter Finals match is part of the Major League Soccer Playoffs. It will take place on Friday, November 24th, at 03:30 GMT. Los Angeles FC aims to use their home advantage to move closer to the title. Seattle Sounders FC, on the other hand, seeks to surpass expectations and reach the semifinals. Both teams are ready to give their all to prolong their playoff journey.

Los Angeles FC – Form

Los Angeles FC has been resilient in their recent Major League Soccer games. They secured two home wins and one away. On November 9, they narrowly defeated Vancouver Whitecaps 1:0 at BMO Stadium. Mateusz Bogusz scored the decisive goal. Before this, they beat the same team 2:1 on October 28. Denis Bouanga and Cristian Olivera scored the goals. Their scoring streak continued with a 3:1 win against San Jose Earthquakes.

Seattle Sounders FC – Form

Seattle Sounders FC has had varied results lately. They drew 1-1 with Portland Timbers at home on October 20th. Yeimar Gomez scored their goal. They then won against Colorado Rapids away on October 6th. Albert Rusnak scored the winning goal. Their latest match was a 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps on November 3rd. Georgi Minoungou, Albert Rusnak, and Paul Rothrock scored, showcasing Seattle’s strength on the road.

Los Angeles FC – Seattle Sounders FC – Head to Head

The last match between these two teams was on August 18, 2024. Los Angeles FC won 3-0 in the Leagues Cup. In their last 10 meetings, Los Angeles FC has won 7 times. Seattle Sounders FC has managed just 1 victory. This shows Los Angeles FC’s dominance in recent times. In the last 5 matchups, both teams scored in 2 games. Los Angeles FC has not lost in the last 10 matches against Seattle. They have won the last 6 encounters, with less than 3.5 goals scored in each game.

Los Angeles FC – Seattle Sounders FC – Standings

The quarterfinal clash is not influenced by regular season standings. It’s all about knockout prowess now. Both teams have shown ambition and grit to reach this stage. Los Angeles FC entered the playoffs as favorites and has lived up to expectations. Seattle Sounders FC, seen as a mid-table team, has exceeded expectations by reaching the quarterfinals. They aim to continue defying the odds.

Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – Top scorers

Denis Bouanga leads for Los Angeles FC with 21 goals this season. Mateusz Bogusz follows with 16 goals. Cristian Olivera has also made an impact with 7 goals. Timothy Tillman and David Martinez have each added 4 goals. For Seattle Sounders FC, Jordan Morris is the top scorer with 13 goals. Albert Rusnak has scored 11 times. Raul Ruidiaz has contributed with 10 goals. Jackson Ragen and Paul Rothrock have each scored 5 goals, showing the team’s depth.

Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers offer identical odds of 1.00 for all outcomes. However, Los Angeles FC’s recent form and head-to-head record suggest they have the upper hand. Their goal to win the tournament and their strong defense add to their advantage. The “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” options might interest bettors. The “double-chance” market could also be appealing, especially for those backing Seattle Sounders.

Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – Over/Under Betting

The trend in head-to-head matchups suggests fewer goals, with less than 3.5 in their last 12 encounters. Los Angeles FC’s defense has been strong, influencing the expected number of goals. Seattle Sounders FC’s recent games suggest a tight match. The “Under 2.5” goals option at odds of 1.85 could be attractive. The “Over 2.5” goals, at 2.10 odds, might appeal to those expecting an unpredictable match.

Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market offers interesting odds for the quarterfinals. In their last 8 encounters at BMO Stadium, both teams scored in 6 games. Los Angeles FC has been consistent in scoring at home. Seattle Sounders FC’s road performance has been mixed. Given Los Angeles FC’s defensive strength, “BTTS: No” at odds of 1.00 could be a valuable bet.

Los Angeles FC vs Seattle Sounders FC – Prediction

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