Last Updated on September 13, 2023 8:48 pm by Erwin Noguera
Major League Soccer continues to go strong as it pushes forward, and we are now eager to watch a clash between two teams from the Los Angeles area.
Yes, we are talking about “El Trafico” which is the name of the LA derby between the local rivals, LAFC and LA Galaxy. This is one of the most heated and exciting rivalries in the league.
This clash will be hosted at the BMO stadium, with the Black & Gold trying to take advantage of their crow in the heat of a summer night.
When:
Saturday, September 16th at 8:30 pm ET at BMO Stadium
Moneyline odds:
LAFC -173
LA Galaxy +420
Draw Offs:
+350
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Why Bet on LAFC?
LAFC is currently the 3rd placed team on the scoreboards, with 11 victories, 7 draws, and 11 losses. However, they are eager to get into this clash wanting revenge. Especially, having their stadium as the venue as they try to get back into the winning column.
Los Angeles FC faced a series of setbacks in their recent three matches, with losses of 2-1 to Charlotte FC, 1-3 against Inter Miami CF, and 2-0 to the Portland Timbers. In their last six MLS home matches, they secured three wins, recorded one draw, and suffered two losses. Scoring a total of 12 goals while conceding seven.
Why Bet on the LA Galaxy?
LA Galaxy are looking to continue their current winning streak as they face their local rivals. However, they have to go all in, as they come in with 7 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses.
The Galaxy enters the match on an unbeaten streak in their last three games, commencing with a 2-3 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes, followed by a goalless 0-0 draw with Houston Dynamo FC, and another draw of 2-2 against St. Louis City. In their most recent six MLS away matches, they secured two wins, recorded three draws, and suffered one loss. For the league standards, that’s a competitive away record.
Final Betting Analysis: LAFC vs. LA Galaxy
This is not a good matchup for the Black & Gold at the moment. Yes, they have been irregular for some time now, even before the Leagues Cup stop, preventing them from reaching St. Louis City when everyone thought it was a matter of time. However, they have been quite awful lately, which is bad news when facing one of their ‘Bête Noire’.
Ever since its creation LAFC has been a better team than the Galaxy, at least by names alone, and they have been much more successful, but the franchise that brought Beckham has the upper hand, winning more derbyes in the meantime. This is a young classic but it still has some mystique, and we believe that the visitors will take advantage of that to get a surprise win.
Go for a victory for LA Galaxy at +420. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $420 for a total payout of $520.
LAFC vs. LA Galaxy Betting Pick: LA Galaxy
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