Last Updated on June 20, 2023 7:53 pm by Erwin Noguera
This Wednesday, two of the strongest teams in the Western Conference of the MLS, LAFC and Seattle Sounders, will face each other for first place in the table.
The Black & Gold won again but they need to be strong at home to continue with their aspirations of repeating the title.
On the other hand, the Sounders have entered a crisis and now they will have a tough test against a direct rival to prove whether they are a candidate or not.
When:
Wednesday, June 21 at 10:30 pm ET at the BMO stadium
Moneyline odds:
LAFC -109
Seattle Sounders +290
Draw Offs:
+265
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Why Bet on LAFC?
Los Angeles FC had 6 games without a win counting MLS (3), US Open Cup (1), and Concachampions (2), but this weekend they managed to beat Kansas City 1-2 as visitors thanks to a goal by Carlos Vela in the 90th minute, thus breaking a streak of 2 defeats in a row and 4 matches without scoring.
With 29 points and 16 games, the Californian team is in second place in the Western Conference with the same points as the leader, Saint Louis City, who has a better goal difference but also one match more.
It is certainly not the best moment for Steven Cherundolo’s team, which has 2 defeats and 1 draw in its last 3 games at home.
Denis Bouanga, the team’s top scorer and second in the league scoring charts (10), has already returned from the match with the Gabon National Team for the African Cup of Nations qualifiers, but he had a very poor performance. He is expected to start this Wednesday.
Most of the players who were on this FIFA date have already returned and they are waiting for the Ecuadorian Jose Cifuentes, while Aaron Long will have to travel and join the USMNT. Jesus Murillo was reportedly injured in the last match and may not be available for Wednesday’s game.
Why Bet on Seattle Sounders?
While the situation is not good for LAFC, it is not good for the Seattle Sounders either. They have only managed to get 5 points out of the last 18 and have 3 games without a win. With 28 points and 18 matches, they are in third place in the Western Conference and could be first if they win on Wednesday and hope that Saint Louis City does not.
Last weekend they drew 3-3 as visitors against Charlotte FC and away from home in the MLS they got 11 points after 3 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.
Among the team’s absences will be that of their goal scorer, Jordan Morris (9), who has been called up to the U.S. national team for the Gold Cup. Likewise, the Roldan brothers, Cristian and Alex, have also been called up. Cristian plays for the USMNT while Alex plays for El Salvador.
Final Betting Analysis: LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders
They are two teams that are at the top of the conference but have not played well in recent weeks. LAFC has in its favor the return of several players, including its goal scorer, unlike Seattle Sounders, which is seeing its stars leaving, including its goal scorer. In addition, the Californians are local and come from winning, so we believe they will gain the 3 points.
At MyBookie.ag we find that LAFC is the favorite of the match with a Moneyline of -109, while Seattle Sounders has +290 and the draw is +265.
The last time they met was on March 18 of this year and the score was 0-0, while the last time they played in Los Angeles the home side won 2-1. LAFC is unbeaten in four games against the Sounders, who have not won since May 16, 2021. In the regular phase of the tournament, they have played 6 games in California and the locals have won 5 and drawn 1.
Go for a straight win for Los Angeles FC in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 on a win at -109, you will gain $92 for a total payout of $192.
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