El Jefe
On Saturday, Los Angeles FC (7W-1L-1D; 22 points), in 1st place, will host the Union (5W-1L-3D; 18 points), who are presently heading the league. Kick off at Banc of California Stadium is at 8:00 PM PT. Los Angeles FC have won six instances in the most recent seven matches but head into this clash with home advantage. Meanwhile, the visitors Philadelphia Union have had five wins in the most recent eight matches and are on the top of the MLS standings.
Los Angeles FC and Philadelphia Union’s most recent encounter in the MLS occurred in March 9, 2020 and the match ended in a draw.
Picks, Predictions, and Betting Preview for the Los Angeles FC vs Philadelphia Union MLS Match on May 7 2022
Where: Banc of California Stadium (Los Angeles, California)
When: 8:00 PM PT on Saturday, May 7, 2022
Betting on Los Angeles FC
Record: 7-1-1 | League Standing: 1
Los Angeles FC comes into this game seated at the 1st position with a record of seven wins, one loss, and one draw over 9 games. The club has won an admirable six wins in the most recent 7 matches and have netted a total of 21 so far. This has mainly been thanks, in large part, to the performances by Carlos Vela, who has four goals, and Ryan Hollingshead who has three. The team has conceded 8. In their last match, Los Angeles FC defeated Minnesota United FC 2-0.
Absences and Injuries
Los Angeles FC will be without Eddie Segura, Brian Rodriguez, Ismael Tajouri-Shradi, and Julian Gaines.
Betting on Philadelphia Union
Record: 5-1-3 | League Standing: 1
Philadelphia Union comes into this match with 18 points so far this season and are also a team in the top three. They tied with Nashville SC 1-1 last Sunday and so far this season, they have picked up five wins, one loss, and three draws in 9 fixtures. When they have come out on top, it’s principally been thanks to the hustle shown by Daniel Gazdag and Julian Carranza. Philadelphia Union fans will be hoping that the duo can propel them to victory in the match against Los Angeles FC.
Absences and Injuries
Philadelphia Union have not ruled out any players.
Los Angeles FC vs Philadelphia Union | Moneyline, Over/Under and Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Los Angeles FC (-175) at FanDuel
Los Angeles FC are the favorite team according to the betting market. The club is having a great beginning to the month with a recent win percentage of 77.78% in their last 10 games (seven wins, one loss and one draw). Philadelphia Union, in contrast, have a win percentage of 55.56% in their last 10 games (five wins, one loss and three draws).
Over/Under Pick: Under 2.5 Total Goals (+105) at BetMGM
Los Angeles FC have averaged 12 goals over their last 10 matches. Philadelphia Union have recorded an average of eight goals over their last 10 matches for comparison.
Spread Pick: Los Angeles FC -1 Goal (+102) at MyBookie.ag
Los Angeles FC will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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