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MLS: Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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An exciting MLS clash between the San Jose Earthquakes and Los Angeles FC awaits this weekend at BMO Stadium. The two teams are experiencing contrasting fortunes. The visitors are winless in four straight, while the hosts are eager to stop their three-match losing streak.

Going into this Western Conference matchup, Los Angeles is currently sitting comfortably in third place, four points ahead of San Jose at sixth. The last time these two sides met in MLS action, LAFC triumphed 2-1 at BMO Stadium in May.

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Los Angeles FC Form

Los Angeles FC had to endure a tough spell in the last three matches, from which they have nothing to show. They were beaten 2-3 by Vancouver Whitecaps before FC Dallas ran out 2-0 winners. A third defeat on the trot followed against LA Galaxy, who came out 2-1 winners. LAFC managed to win two of their past six home matches in Major League Soccer. In the remaining four, they drew two and lost two, as they scored six and conceded six goals.

San Jose Earthquakes Form

A single point prevents San Jose Earthquakes from having nothing to show for the previous three games. The Earthquakes came up short, losing by 4-1 and 1-2 against Houston Dynamo FC and St. Louis City, respectively. Their latest match brought some consolation, as they were able to hang on for a 2-2 draw against LA Galaxy. San Jose claimed just one win from the last six away games in Major League Soccer. The visitors drew twice and were defeated three times. They were outscored by ten goals to six.

Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Stats

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between Los Angeles FC and San Jose Earthquakes. The facts are based on statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

  • In 12 of the last 13 Los Angeles FC home matches the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In 11 of the last 13 Los Angeles FC matches the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In 4 of the last 5 Los Angeles FC home matches the sum of goals was under 1.5
  • Los Angeles FC have conceded in 10 of the last 12 matches
  • In 5 of the last 6 Los Angeles FC home matches the sum of goals was under 2.5
  • San Jose Earthquakes have not won 23 of the last 25 away matches
  • San Jose Earthquakes have conceded in 19 of the last 21 away matches
  • In 9 of the last 11 San Jose Earthquakes matches the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In the last 3 matches in a row San Jose Earthquakes played, both teams scored
  • San Jose Earthquakes have scored in 10 of the last 12 matches

Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes – Players in Form

Carlos Vela may have only scored twice in his last six league matches, but don’t let that fool you. The man has already netted six goals this Major League Soccer season and he’s hungry for more. With an upcoming match against the San Jose Earthquakes, Vela sees a prime opportunity to improve on his recent goalscoring ratio.

Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Betting Tips

Full-time result

Los Angeles FC has dominated their home league meetings against San Jose Earthquakes with three consecutive victories. More recently at home, LAFC claimed five wins in 10 matches, drawing two and losing three. Meanwhile, San Jose Earthquakes only managed to win one out of their last 10 away games, drawing three and losing six.

Both teams to score

Los Angeles FC scored the first goal in seven of the last ten home games. LAFC has also found the back of the net in seven straight home meetings with San Jose Earthquakes. In contrast, the Earthquakes only scored the opener in three of their last ten games.

Total goals

Over 2.5 goals came out five times in the previous ten matches across all tournaments for Los Angeles FC, who scored an average of 0.7 goals along the way. Over 2.5 goals appeared in six of the last ten matches that San Jose Earthquakes played across all tournaments. They scored one time on average in the process.

Match predictions: Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes

To sum up, the upcoming match between Los Angeles FC and San Jose Earthquakes seems to be a good betting opportunity.

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