A new edition of the “El Trafico” Derby in Los Angeles is coming, the third one in the season after two victories by the Black & Gold.
The rivalry between the LA Galaxy and LAFC has been one of the most competitive in the MLS in recent years. Both teams have had nine wins with 5 draws, resulting in deadlocked form through their 23 meetings. They last clashed on July 4 at the Rose Bowl, and LAFC came out on top with a 2-1 win.
This time, the Galaxy will be the team hosting on their field, which only fuels this derby as they want to get their first derby win this season in a context that would allow them to lock in first place.
LA Galaxy vs. LAFC Betting Odds and Info
| LA Galaxy 2.49 | LAFC 2.53 | Draw Offs: 3.88 |
| When? | Saturday, September 14 at 10:30 pm ET, 9:30 pm CST, 8:30 pm MT, and 7:30 pm PT |
| Where? | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| Where can I watch it? | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV |
Why Bet on the LA Galaxy?
LA Galaxy is on top due to a 15 wins, seven draws, and six losses run. They last played on September 1 against St. Louis City at CITYPARK, losing 2-1.
Cedric Teuchert opened the scoring in the ninth minute with an excellent finesse finish following a smart move from St. Louis. The rest of the first half played out end to end, forcing sound saves from goalkeepers Roman Bürki and John McCarthy. Neither side could find the second goal, and Galaxy entered the breakdown 1-0.
LA flew out of the blocks in the second half, scoring inside 50 seconds. Gabriel Pec finished a skillful move for the visitors with a close-range finish to level the scores.
Marcel Hartel scored a sublime goal in the 68th minute, taking back Galaxy. His first-time side-footed effort hit the top corner to help St. Louis regain the lead. LA never looked like leveling after that and ended on a 2-1 loss after a disappointing attacking performance.
Why Bet on LAFC?
The visiting LAFC is looking to hit two birds with one stone, as they could take the lead in this rivalry while also getting closer to the top. They are four points behind their current rivals, as their 14 wins, six draws, and six losses run have allowed them to tail them closely.
It was a night of poor finishing from both sides when LAFC clashed with Houston Dynamo on September 7. Olivier Giroud started up front with Denis Bouanga on international duty. Los Angeles failed to deliver quality crosses into the box regularly, which left the Frenchman frustrated with the lack of service.
Both teams primarily relied on poor, long-range chances, with shots aimed directly at the keeper. LAFC finished with less possession at 35% and had fewer chances with seven shots and two on target, to 12 and three. However, neither side looked like scoring, and a boring draw was a fair result.
Now the team looks to pick up their pace here, in this rivalry clash.
Final Betting Analysis: LA Galaxy vs. LAFC
LA Galaxy and LAFC come into this game on the back of poor performances, despite leading the way in the Western Conference in first and second place.
Their level throughout the season has been excellent though, and make no mistake, this is a clash of two of the best teams in the MLS.
They are so evenly matched that picking a winner seems nearly impossible at this time. We have to point out that LAFC has won three LA derbies in a row, but LA Galaxy has not lost a game at Dignity Health Sports Park this season.
Our prediction is for the spoils to be shared in California after a 1-1 draw.
Go for a draw at 3.88. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $288 for a total payout of $388.
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