LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders: 2024 MLS Conference Semifinals

MLS is coming to a close this 2024 season, and after the FIFA break, the excitement continues in what will be the Conference Semifinal matches this weekend.

We have eight teams alive, who will be playing their hearts out for 90 minutes this weekend to take the victory and get one step closer to fighting for the MLS Cup title. These franchises are:

NYC FC

New York RB

LAFC

Seattle Sounders

Orlando City

Atlanta United

LA Galaxy

Minnesota United

With Leo Messi’s Inter Miami’s unexpected loss to Atlanta United, the main candidates to lift the MLS Cup 2024 champions trophy are the Californian teams, LAFC and LA Galaxy. However, they will first have to overcome their rivals in these Conference semifinals and then fight each other in the Western Conference final.

Now, one of these Conference Semifinals will be between LAFC and Seattle Sounders, which will be played this Saturday.

LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders Betting Odds and Info

Why bet on LAFC?

LAFC continues to assert its status as a top contender for the MLS Cup 2024 championship. After an impressive regular season, the Angelinos are fully prepared to face their next challenge in the MLS playoffs. Their goal is crystal clear: defeat the Seattle Sounders and move further towards potential glory.

The next test for LAFC will be to overcome the Seattle Sounders, a formidable team with a strong MLS legacy. Led by standout players like Jose Cifuentes and Carlos Vela, LAFC boasts one of the league’s most potent offenses with 63 goals in the regular season, which gives them a significant advantage when facing opponents like Seattle.

LAFC is coming off a 1-0 win over the Whitecaps in their most recent match on November 9.

Why bet on the Seattle Sounders?

On the other hand, Seattle Sounders, a team with a remarkable track record in MLS, is considered a strong contender for the league title. They have shown remarkable consistency in recent years and are aiming to upset LAFC in the Western Conference semifinals.

The Sounders dashed the hopes of the Houston Dynamo by winning both games via penalty shootout, creating a thrilling spectacle in the preliminary round of the Playoffs.

Seattle’s reputation for experience is well founded, as they have reached the postseason in 15 of the last 16 tournaments, while also securing the MLS championship on two occasions and a CONCACAF Champions Cup, a trophy only a handful of American teams have obtained.

An additional strength of the team lies in the exceptional form of Jordan Morris, who finished the regular season with 13 goals. Another key player is Albert Rusnak, who not only scored ten goals during the season but is also noted for providing crucial assists for the team.

Final Betting Analysis: LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders

In the last ten matches between these two teams, LAFC dominates the series with seven wins. The Sounders, on the other hand, have accumulated one triumph, while two games ended in draws.

In addition, LAFC defeated Seattle in their most recent match, last August 29, 2024, with a score of 1-0.

At Gambyl Exchange, there is a Moneyline that favors LAFC at 1.90, while the Seattle Sounders start at 3.70.

For this match, our prediction is a 2-0 win for LAFC.

Look for a win for LAFC. If you put $100 at 1.90, you’ll see a $90.00 win with a total payout of $190.00.

LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders Betting Pick: LAFC