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The MLS returns to the fold with another set of matches this weekend as New York Red Bulls lock horns with Los Angeles FC in an important encounter at the BMO Stadium on Saturday.
Los Angeles FC vs New York Red Bulls Preview
New York Red Bulls are in second place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have been in excellent form this season. The Red Bulls were held to a 0-0 stalemate by Chicago Fire in their previous game and will need to be more clinical this weekend.
Los Angeles FC, on the other hand, are in sixth place in the Western Conference league table and have not been at their best this season. The home side played out a 2-2 draw against Portland Timbers last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Los Angeles FC vs New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Los Angeles FC have an excellent recent record against New York Red Bulls and have won two out of the last three matches played between the two teams, with the other game ending in a draw.
- The home side has won all three matches between New York Red Bulls and Los Angeles FC in the MLS, with Los Angeles FC winning both their home games by an aggregate 6-2 margin.
- Los Angeles FC have won six of their last seven matches at home in the MLS and have scored a total of 21 goals in these games.
- New York Red Bulls have lost only one of their last nine matches away from home in the regular season of the MLS.
Los Angeles FC vs New York Red Bulls Prediction
New York Red Bulls have made a robust start to their MLS campaign and will be intent on making the most of their positive run. The Red Bulls have good players in their ranks and can pack a punch on their day.
Los Angeles FC have been impressive at home and have made the BMO Stadium their fortress this season. Both teams are evenly matched and could play out a draw in this fixture.
Prediction: Los Angeles FC 2-2 New York Red Bulls
Los Angeles FC vs New York Red Bulls Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Los Angeles FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Dante Vanzeir to score - Yes
