Los Angeles vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Betting Prediction

MLS Los Angeles vs Vancouver Whitecaps Prediction 11/3/2024

Los Angeles (19-8-7) travel to face off against Vancouver Whitecaps (13-13-8) on Sunday, November 3rd. This match will be played at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, BC. Los Angeles is coming off a win in their previous match, while Vancouver Whitecaps will be looking to get back on track from a loss to the Los Angeles. The match is scheduled for 8:45 PM ET.

Los Angeles vs Vancouver Whitecaps

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Los Angeles Is Coming Off A Win

In their last match, Los Angeles hosted the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The LA offense took four total shots on goal and 15 shots overall. Denis Bouanga and Cristian Olivera were the two players to score for LA. Mateusz Bogusz finished the match with one assist.

The over/under line for this match was 3.5 goals, and the LA defense met the over/under, as they allowed one goal. Hugo Lloris made three saves, and the only goal he allowed came on a penalty kick. Going into the match, the LA money line payout was -195.0.

Overall, the LA defense blocked four shots and intercepted 19 passes. The Whitecaps FC finished with three corner kicks and took a total of 15 shots. LA’s offense scored twice on their four shots on goal.

Heading into their match vs. Vancouver, Los Angeles has won six straight matches, including a 2-1 win over Vancouver on October 28th. Overall, they are 19-8-7, putting them in 1st place in the Western Conference. Their 64 points are tied with Los Angeles FC, and they are five points ahead of FC Cincinnati. In their last seven matches, they have gone 6-1, with their only loss coming vs. FC Dallas on September 22nd. Overall, they have been favored in 28 of their 34 matches, going 16-6-6 in those matches.

Vancouver Whitecaps Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Vancouver Whitecaps will be looking to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Los Angeles FC. This was their second straight loss, and they are now winless in their last three matches. The three combined goals fell short of the line, which was set at 3.5 goals.

Going into the match with Los Angeles FC, the Whitecaps were the heavy underdog, with a money line payout of +460.00. Ryan Gauld scored the only goal for Vancouver, and he took four total shots and one shot on goal. The Whitecaps’ offense finished with four shots on goal and 15 overall.

On the defensive end, Vancouver allowed two goals on LA FC’s four shots on goal. Goalkeeper Yōhei Takaoka finished with two saves, and the club blocked three shots while intercepting nine passes. LA FC also finished the match with five corner kicks.

Through 34 matches, the Vancouver Whitecaps have a record of 13-13-8, putting them in 8th place in the Western Conference. They have been favored in 17 matches, going 7-6-4 in those contests. Over their last seven matches, the Whitecaps have just one win, going 1-5-1. After this match vs. Los Angeles, they will be on the road vs. Los Angeles FC on November 9th.

Los Angeles Offense Breakdown

Los Angeles has been one of the most potent offenses in the MLS this season, ranking 7th in the league in goals scored. They have scored more than their season average in four straight matches. They are also 2nd in the league in shots on goal and corners, and they have had more corners than their opponents in 55.9% of their matches. Denis Bouanga is the team’s leading scorer and is 4th in the MLS in goals scored. He also leads the team in shots on goal and is 1st in the league in that category as well.

Vancouver Whitecaps Offense Breakdown

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The Vancouver Whitecaps have been a middle-of-the-pack offensive team this season, ranking 17th in goals scored and 22nd in shots on goal. They have been efficient with their passing, ranking 5th in the league in passing percentage. Brian White has been their top scorer this season, ranking 16th in the MLS with 15 goals. He also leads the team in shots on goal. Ryan Gauld has been their top playmaker, ranking 6th in the league in assists and 2nd on the team in goals scored.

Los Angeles Defense Breakdown

Los Angeles’ defense has been playing well as of late, allowing just one goal in three of their last four matches. Overall, they are 5th in MLS in goals allowed per match at 1.3. They are also 12th in blocked shots and 1st in interceptions. Hugo Lloris leads the MLS with 12 clean sheets and is 14th in saves. Over his last seven starts, he has given up just six goals (0.9 per match).

Vancouver Whitecaps Defense Breakdown

Heading into their match against Los Angeles FC, the Vancouver Whitecaps’ defense is giving up 1.4 goals per match, which is 13th in the MLS. Over their last seven matches, they have given up 10 goals (1.4). They will be facing an LAFC offense that is 7th in the league in goals scored. Keeper Yōhei Takaoka is 13th in the league with seven clean sheets.

Los Angeles vs Vancouver Whitecaps Prediction

Looking at how we expect this match to play out, we are going to take Los Angeles on the money line at +125.0. Our projections have this one finishing in a 2-1 match in favor of Los Angeles. Coming into the match, Los Angeles is one of the top teams in the league in terms of shots on goal, and they are also 5th in fewest goals allowed. Our top projected goal scorer for the match is Olivier Giroud for Los Angeles, while Fafà Picault has the best odds to score for Vancouver.


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