Henry Roldán
The 2023 MLS season kicks off this weekend with a must-watch match on Saturday when the Los Angeles Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC play in the Los Angeles Derby.
The LA Galaxy was eliminated last season by its rivals in a thrilling quarterfinal match that ended 2-3 with a goal in stoppage time. Meanwhile, LAFC is the reigning champion of the circuit after dominating the campaign from start to finish and defeating the Philadelphia Union 3-4 in the decisive match.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you the best preview of the Los Angeles Galaxy vs Los Angeles FC clash.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the LA Galaxy vs LAFC MLS Matchday 1 Game on February 25, 2023
- Where: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
- When: Saturday, February 25, 2023, 9:30 PM ET
- Moneyline: LA Galaxy (+165) / Draw (+275) / Los Angeles FC (+138)
- Asian Handicap: LA Galaxy (+0.25, -132) / Los Angeles FC (-0.25, +110)
- Over/Under (3.5): Over (+133) / Under (-182)
- Both teams score: Yes (-225) / No (+165)
All odds shown are courtesy of Unibet.
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Betting on LA Galaxy
The LA Galaxy will have the opportunity to gain early revenge for last season’s elimination when they visit their city rivals next Saturday.
After losing in the quarterfinals with a goal in the 93rd minute, there’s nothing better for Greg Vanney’s team than to start with a victory over the reigning MLS champions.
The LA Galaxy did not make many moves this campaign; however, the most notable is the arrival of defender Chris Mavinga from Toronto FC. The team also retains two very prominent names in the midfield, Brazilian Douglas Costa and the young Spaniard Riqui Puig, while up front the big man will continue to be Mexico’s Javier Chicarito Hernández.
Betting on Los Angeles FC
Los Angeles Football Club last season’s total domination could not end in any other way than with a title for the Los Angeles club.
In a hard-fought final against the Philadelphia Union, Steven Cherundolo’s team became MLS champions for the first time and are favorites to win the championship again.
Unlike last season, where they set the transfer market on fire, LAFC has kept a low profile in this regard, and the only painful loss besides the retirement of Gareth Bale was the departure of Colombian striker Cristian Arango to Pachuca. Meanwhile, the defense will continue to have a true leader with the presence of Giorgio Chiellini, while up front the key man will once again be Mexico’s Carlos Vela.
JefeBet Prediction
The MLS has become known for being a league of high-scoring games, and these two teams exemplify that perfectly. Last season, these clubs were among the top six scorers in the championship, and their recent head-to-head meetings have brought with them plenty of fireworks.
In addition to the 3-2 draw in the quarterfinals, during the regular round both matches ended with at least four total goals and a win on each side. Moreover, in 13 of the 17 matches between the two clubs in their history, the scoreboard ended with at least three goals, and in 10 of them, they scored a combined total of four goals or more.
Prediction: Over (LAG 2 – LAF 2).
