Vancouver Whitecaps vs Los Angeles FC Prediction: LAFC is a safe bet

Vancouver Whitecaps hosts Los Angeles FC at the BC Place in the MLS domestic season. Both clubs met twice already this season, the first meeting was in the MLS game and Los Angeles won 3-0. And the second meeting was in the North & Central American League's Cup tournament and Vancouver won on penalties after a 2-2 draw in full time. In this third meeting, both clubs will be aiming for 3 points as they look to keep improving their position on the MLS table.

Vancouver Whitecaps head back to the domestic league after their participation in the Leagues Cup. They played 3 matches in the Leagues cup, winning 2 matches in the group stage before losing in the round of 32 to Pumas.

Vancouver Whitecaps next assignment will be Los Angeles FC at the BC Place and they will hope to get a win in this clash. Vancouver lost 3-0 in the first fixture against Los Angeles FC away from home, so they are determined not to see a repeat of that result.

Last 5 matches for Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS ended in 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat (WDWWL) and at home, their results were 3 wins and 2 defeats (LWWWL). Also, according to current standings, Vancouver Whitecaps is ranked 5th on the Western Conference table with 38 points.

Los Angeles FC impressed in the Leagues Cup tournament as they progressed into the quarterfinals after smashing San Jose Earthquakes 4-0. They played 4 matches in the tournament and they won 3 and lost just 1.

Los Angeles FC return back to the MLS with an upcoming match against Vancouver Whitecaps at the BC Place. They had beaten Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0 earlier when the two teams met at the Banc of California Stadium.

Last 5 results for Los Angeles in the MLS were 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat (WWLDW) and away from home their results were 4 wins and 1 draw (WWDWW).

Current rankings show Los Angeles is 2nd on the Western Conference table with 47 points.

In the last 20 meetings, Los Angeles had 10 wins, Vancouver Whitecaps had 6 and 4 matches ended as a draw.

LAFC has better form and a better-balanced squad, with the important players like Carlos Vela and Denis Bouanga performing. Statistically, LAFC put up a higher expected goals rating than Vancouver and had a better defensive record. They also won 3 of the last 4 against Vancouver—historically on the upper hand. Especially at the back, Vancouver is not consistent at all, so LAFC presents the safer choice.

• Los Angeles Win or Draw and Over 1.5 Goals at 1.81 Odds
• Los Angeles Win or Draw and Over 2.5 Goals at 2.60 Odds
• Los Angeles FC to Win at 2.40 Odds