LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC Prediction: Last El Trafico Regular Season Tilt in 2024

Saturday evening in the City of Angeles one of the most heated rivalries in MLS will take place as the LA Galaxy will host Los Angeles FC at Dignity Health Sports Park. The most recent El Taafico took place back in July at the famous Rose Bowl, where LAFC walked away with a 2-1 win over their arch-enemy. In their previous 23 clashes, the head-to-head battle is even with each side walking away with nine victories a piece while they have shared the points on five occasions. 

Greg Vanny’s crew suffered a 2-1 setback against St.Louis City SC last weekend. Though they are tied in playing the most games in the league than any other side, the Galaxy still held their position at the top of the Western Conference. The Galaxy have made their home fortress a difficult place for the opposition to grab a full result as they have only lost once in 14 games at Dignity Health Sports Park. 

Meanwhile, Steven Cherundolo's troops find themselves winless in consecutive games facing the Houston Dynamo. It happened to be the first time since the opening month of the MLS campaign that LAFC failed to register a goal in back-to-back games. With the glitch against Houston, Los Angeles FC failed to gain any ground on the Galaxy, who currently sit four points back from their hated rivals. 

Here, we will break down the betting odds and share our favourite picks for LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC.

LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC Betting Odds for Saturday, September 14

The books fancy that this skirmish could see goals being registered by these two lethal attack-minded sides. Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals is listed at -163, while over 2.5 goals and both teams not to score is priced at +850. If this match goes under 2.5 goals but both sides breach the keeper it’s pinned down at +650. If both sides fail to get on the score sheet and after 90 minutes the match stays under the 2.5 mark, the odds are +260.

LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC Odds

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LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC Betting Preview 

LA Galaxy Preview

The club's current leading goal scorer has returned as Dejan Joveljic is back into the fold. Almost out for just under two months due to injury, the 25-year-old came on as a late substitution last weekend picking up 13 minutes of action. Tied with his personal best of 12 goals in MLS play, the striker will look to play the hero in Saturday's El Trafico. 

The Galaxy went overseas to Germany by adding a solid depth piece for its push towards the playoffs. Marco Reus, the marquee signing has already made his impact felt in 105 minutes in MLS as the 35-year-old has already picked up a goal and an assist. The Borussia Dortmund legend should be an influential figure in Saturday's Los Angeles derby.

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Los Angeles FC Preview 

Another exceptional player from Europe who made his way to Los Angeles in the summer with a handful of games of experience in North America already is Olivier Giroud. The 37-year-old striker has played in six matches in all competitions with his lone goal coming against the Columbus Crew on August 25th in the Leagues Cup. The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner played in all 90 minutes last weekend registering two shots that missed the target. 

Missing last week’s match due to his international call-up to represent his home nation of Gambia, Denis Bouanga will look to end LAFC’s goalless slump. The 29-year-old has obtained 16 goals which is currently the third most in the competition. In 93 games with The Black and Gold Falcons, Bouanga has netted 64 goals.

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LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC - My Pick

• LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC pick: Over 2.5 goals and both teams to score yes (-163) at bet365

Not only does El Trafico produce fireworks in the stands, but on the pitch the passion and flare to own the city's bragging rights is evident too. These engagements between the two have proved over the years that winning at all costs matters. In 11 of the last 13 bouts, both sides scored and the game total went over the 2.5 goal mark. Saturday’s brush should be no different, both side boasts stacked rosters that know how to finish. These two teams know how to put on a show when they face each other, now that they’re ranked as the top two sides in the Western Conference as it stands, this should be a thrilling tilt.

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How to Watch LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC

• When: Saturday, September 14, 10.30 p.m. ET

• Where: Dignity Health Sports Park

• TV: Apple TV