LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC Predictions and Betting Tips
The Los Angeles derby in the MLS has produced some amazing moments over the years in the MLS. This ninth instalment isn't expected to be any different as both sides hunt down the three points at the Dignity Health Sports Park. Which of the Los Angeles outfits will bag this famous victory?
LA Galaxy will be proud of their performances since the MLS restarted with the side unbeaten in the three games. This run of three wins from three games shot them to 11 points after the side copped only two points from the opening four games. Now it is left to see whether they'd be able to continue that impressive run as they head into Monday's game.
In their previous game against Portland Timbers, they were fantastic throughout the game as they emerged 3-2 winners. With 50 minutes on the clock, Alvarez and Pavon had established a healthy two-goal lead for their team. With 23 minutes to go, Mora pulled one back for the Timbers while Corona re-established their two-goal cushion four minutes later. The goal in the 90th minute wasn't enough to spark a comeback as Schelotto's side travelled home with three points.
Los Angeles FC have earned the right to be called the most entertaining side with the team netting the most goals of all MLS outfits. Scoring 21 goals after nine games is not an easy feat, however, shipping 16 in the process overrides that achievement. This only means that Bob Bradley has his work cut out in organising his defensive structure as they go up against their local rivals.
There were no superlatives to describe their performance last time out as they thrashed San Jose Earthquakes for their first win in four games. Rossi produced a man of the match performance with a brilliant brace while Wright-Phillips, Cifuentes, and Musovski grabbed solitary goals. Hoesen grabbed a late consolation for his side with the match ending 5-1 on the day.
The most recent meeting between these two sides ended with a LA Galaxy win as they took advantage of a poor Los Angeles FC side to win 2-0. Will they be able to do the double over their opponents.
Carlos Vela would not be available for the away side following his knee injury in the last El trafico meeting. With regards to the home team, Chicharito is expected to miss out via injury
LA Galaxy possible starting XI:
Bingham; Insua, DePuy, Steres, Feltscher; Corona, Kitchen; Lletget, Rossi, Alvarez; Zubak.
Los Angeles FC possible starting XI:
Vermeer; Palacios, Segura, Blackmon, Blessing; Cifuentes, Ginella, Kaye; Rodriguez, Rossi, Wright-Phillips.
LA Galaxy vs Los Angeles prediction: 2-1
The 5-time MLS Champions will be bidding to do the double over their opponents after winning the reverse fixture. Los Angeles FC, on the other hand, are not only out to get revenge, but they're also heading into this game brimming with confidence. Taking all this into account, we urge punters around the globe to back the away side. To minimize risk, the best could be covered with a draw.
