The balance of power in the Western Conference could have changed three times, but surprisingly, all the top teams lost on the last matchday. In this context, after getting humiliated at home by Columbus Crew, LAFC wants to return to victory against another of the best teams, Real Salt Lake.
The Californians lost 1-5 against the Crew in an eventful match with three red cards.
RSL also lost but as visitors against the Timbers by 3-0.
When and Where?
Wednesday, July 17, 10:45 pm ET at the BMO Stadium
Moneyline odds:
LAFC 1.51
Real Salt Lake 5.45
Draw Offs:
4.85
Where can I watch it?
MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Why Bet on LAFC?
The top-placed LAFC will be the hosts and are looking to improve on their run of 13 wins, four draws, and five losses. They are one of the three teams trying to establish alone at the top of the West.
The Californians went into the weekend off the back of an impressive run of results, which had seen them record 12 victories in 13 competitive matches. As a result, after enjoying a rich vein of form, it was a surprise to see LAFC suffer a heavy 5-1 defeat in Saturday’s home game against Colombus Crew, with Steve Cherundolo’s side finishing the contest with nine men.
Despite experiencing a rare off night, the Black and Gold remain top of the Western Conference by their 13 wins, contrary to the 12 that their neighbors and their next rivals have. All have 43 points.
LAFC may have suffered their first home defeat of the season at the weekend, but they still retain the best home record in MLS, collecting 29 points from their 12 matches at BMO Field.
Why Bet on Real Salt Lake?
Real Salt Lake is another one of the top teams in the Western Conference. They come from 12 wins, seven draws, and four losses, but they also look to bounce back into the win column and get the points needed to get ahead of LAFC and LA Galaxy.
Like their hosts, Real Salt Lake also experienced a disappointing result at the weekend, falling to a 3-0 defeat in their away clash with Portland Timbers.
As a result of Saturday’s defeat, the Claret and Cobalt have now won just one of their previous six away matches in MLS. However, they are still one of the Western Conference’s best performers on the road, having collected 18 points from their 12 road trips. That tally can only be bettered by the Los Angeles Galaxy and Vancouver Whitecaps.
Wednesday’s visitors have the opportunity to complete an MLS double over LAFC after they produced a dominant display to clinch a 3-0 victory in March’s reverse fixture.
Final Betting Analysis: LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake
With both teams level on 43 points, we expect Wednesday’s clash to produce a closely fought contest, but we think LAFC could use home advantage to claim a narrow victory. Especially, as they have won nine of their 12 home MLS matches this season.
Things should be pretty interesting for the fans watching, but we think that LAFC will get a clear win here and remain the top-placed team in the Western Conference. Go for a 3-1.
Go for a victory for the locals at 1.51. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $51 for a total payout of $151.
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