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MLS: LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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Discover key betting insights for the LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC matchup in the MLS. Access the latest stats, expert tips, and the most favorable odds to make informed decisions.

The stage is set for yet another epic derby in the upcoming Fourth of July El Trafico between the LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC at the Rose Bowl.

With Galaxy currently down in 13th in the Western Conference with 16 points, the home team has everything to play for. Meanwhile, Los Angeles is sitting pretty in second place, a whopping 16 points up the road. The previous MLS fixture between the teams was a nail-biting affair, with LAFC edging out a 3-2 win at BMO Stadium last season.

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LA Galaxy Form

In their last three matches, LA Galaxy settled for three straight draws. They first played out a 2-2 stalemate with Sporting Kansas City. Colorado Rapids kept them scoreless in a dull 0-0 draw, before Galaxy finished 2-2 against the San Jose Earthquakes. Greg Vanney’s men lost three of their past six home games, winning twice and drawing once. They scored seven goals in this run and conceded 10 times.

Los Angeles FC Form

Los Angeles FC claimed just three points from their last nine available. The Black and Gold kicked things off in style by beating the Seattle Sounders 1-0. But things quickly turned sour, with the Vancouver Whitecaps and FC Dallas besting them 2-3 and 2-0 respectively. In their past six road trips, LAFC suffered three defeats, won twice and drew once. Their opponents outscored them by 10 goals to seven.

LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC Stats

These are some stats that could help with betting on the upcoming game between LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC, based on their recent matches across all competitions.

  • LA Galaxy have scored in 30 of the last 32 home matches
  • In 12 of the last 14 matches LA Galaxy played, both teams scored
  • LA Galaxy have conceded in 17 of the last 19 matches
  • LA Galaxy have scored in 13 of the last 14 matches
  • LA Galaxy have not lost 11 of the last 13 matches
  • Los Angeles FC have scored in 25 of the last 27 matches
  • In the last 7 away matches in a row Los Angeles FC played, both teams scored
  • Los Angeles FC have scored in 20 of the last 22 away matches
  • Los Angeles FC have won the last 3 matches in a row while scoring more than 2.5 goals
  • Los Angeles FC have conceded in 15 of the last 17 away matches

LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC – Players in Form

The most anticipated soccer rivalry in Los Angeles is back and we can’t wait to see what’s in store. The stakes are high and all eyes are on Preston Judd and Carlos Vela, the top scorers for LA Galaxy and LAFC. Will they rise to the occasion and score in the latest El Trafico?

LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC Betting Tips

Full-time result

LA Galaxy is tough to beat at the Rose Bowl, winning an impressive five out of their last 10 matches at the stadium. With three draws and only two losses, the hosts are sure to give Los Angeles FC a run for their money. And let’s not forget, Galaxy has not lost any of their previous seven home matches. Will LAFC be able to break their streak? They go into the showdown with five defeats in 10 away games (W4 D1).

Both teams to score

LA Galaxy scored the first goal in half of their last ten games, while Los Angeles FC claimed the lead in seven of their last ten matches. Brace yourself for a high-scoring game because BTTS paid out in seven consecutive away games for LAFC. Both sides have also struggled to keep their opponents at bay lately. Galaxy only managed to keep a clean sheet once in their last ten games, Los Angeles did so twice. And let’s not forget that Galaxy has scored in the past six league meetings with Los Angeles.

Total goals

Over 2.5 goals happened in seven of LA Galaxy’s last ten matches in all tournaments. They banged in an average of 1.9 goals on the way. Over 2.5 goals happened in seven of the last ten games for Los Angeles FC, who scored 2.2 times on average in those matches.

Match predictions: LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC

In summary, the upcoming game between LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC appears to be a favorable betting prospect.

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