Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Prediction and Betting Tips | 22nd June 2024
The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as San Jose Earthquakes take on an impressive Los Angeles FC side in an important clash at the BMO Stadium on Saturday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes this season and will want to win this game.
Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Preview
San Jose Earthquakes are rooted to the bottom of the MLS Western Conference standings and have struggled this season. The Earthquakes slumped to a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Portland Timbers in their previous game and will need to bounce back this weekend.
Los Angeles FC, on the other hand, are in second place in the league table and have been impressive this season. The home side played out a 1-1 draw against Austin FC last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Los Angeles FC have a good record against San Jose Earthquakes and have won nine out of the 17 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to San Jose Earthquakes' seven victories.
- After a run of six defeats in their first six matches against Los Angeles FC in all competitions, San Jose Earthquakes have lost only three of their last 11 such games.
- In a run dating back to last season, Los Angeles FC are unbeaten in their last 13 matches at home in all competitions and have won 11 of these games.
- San Jose Earthquakes have lost 13 of their 18 matches in the regular season of MLS in 2024.
Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Prediction
Los Angeles FC have made the BMO Stadium their fortress in MLS and have an impressive record going into this game. Denis Bouanga has been sensational for the hosts and will look to add to his goal tally this week.
San Jose Earthquakes have improved in recent weeks but will face a difficult test on Saturday. Los Angeles FC are in better form and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Los Angeles FC 3-1 San Jose Earthquakes
Los Angeles FC vs San Jose Earthquakes Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Los Angeles FC to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Los Angeles FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Denis Bouanga to score - Yes