The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Colorado Rapids take on Los Angeles FC in a crucial clash at the BMO Stadium on Saturday. Both teams have been impressive this season and will want to win this game.
Los Angeles FC vs Colorado Rapids Preview
Colorado Rapids are in fourth place in the MLS Western Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate this season. The Rapids eased past CF Montreal by a 4-1 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Los Angeles FC, on the other hand, are at the top of the league table and have been exceptional this year. The home side thrashed San Jose Earthquakes by a 6-2 scoreline last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Los Angeles FC vs Colorado Rapids Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Los Angeles FC have a good record against Colorado Rapids and have won six out of the 11 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Colorado Rapids' four victories.
- The home side has suffered defeat in only one of the 11 matches played between Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles FC in MLS, with Los Angeles FC winning all their five games at home.
- Los Angeles FC scored six goals against San Jose Earthquakes last week and have managed to tie a club record in this regard in the competition.
- Colorado Rapids have won their last three matches on the trot in MLS and have won all their three goals by multiple goals.
- Djordje Mihailovic has contributed to six goals in his last two matches for Colorado Rapids.
Los Angeles FC vs Colorado Rapids Prediction
Los Angeles FC have been sensational in MLS this season and will be intent on making the most of their purple patch. Mateusz Bogusz and Denis Bouanga can be lethal on their day and will look to add to their goal tallies this weekend.
Colorado Rapids have been impressive but will be up against a strong opponent on Saturday. Both teams are evenly matched and could play out a draw in this game.
Prediction: Los Angeles FC 2-2 Colorado Rapids
Los Angeles FC vs Colorado Rapids Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Colorado Rapids to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Denis Bouanga to score - Yes