DC United vs Los Angeles FC Prediction, Tips & Odds
DC United vs Los Angeles FC
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The model favours Los Angeles FC to win this match against DC United, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Currently sitting in second place, Los Angeles FC has shown strong form this season with 10 wins from 19 matches, resulting in a total of 34 points. Their goal difference of +16 highlights their offensive strength, having scored 35 goals while conceding only 19. This solid defensive record, combined with their recent form of two wins and three draws in their last five matches, suggests they are well-equipped to challenge for maximum points. In contrast, DC United finds themselves in ninth place with 23 points from 18 matches. Their season has been marked by inconsistency, with five wins, eight draws, and five losses. While they have managed to score 26 goals, their defensive record has been a concern, conceding 29 goals which contributes to a negative goal difference of -3. Despite their recent form of one win and four draws in the last five matches, they have struggled to convert draws into wins, which could be detrimental in this matchup. The model gives Los Angeles FC a win probability of approximately 60%, indicating they are favoured to take all three points. However, DC United's ability to draw matches could pose a challenge, especially if they can capitalise on any defensive lapses. For a comprehensive understanding of this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where the in-house model evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (2.8 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.5% probability.
Los Angeles FC have been the stronger side, winning 49% of their matches.
Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 15.5% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.
Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Los Angeles FC are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
DC United vs Los Angeles FC| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 3.30 | 3.70 | 2.00 | 1.65 | 2.20 | 1.55 | 2.30 | |
| 3.42 | 3.58 | 2.00 | 1.69 | 2.13 | 1.57 | 2.22 | |
| 3.30 | 3.75 | 2.00 | 1.65 | 2.10 | 1.60 | 2.30 | |
| 3.50 | 3.66 | 2.03 | 1.71 | 2.16 | — | — | |
| 3.30 | 3.40 | 2.00 | — | — | 1.57 | 2.25 | |
| 3.35 | 3.55 | 2.04 | 1.65 | 2.18 | 1.54 | 2.32 | |
Betano | 3.45 | 3.55 | 2.10 | 1.72 | 2.20 | 1.57 | 2.32 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 4 Meetings (Los Angeles FC leads 2-1)In the last four matches between DC United and Los Angeles FC, DC United has won 1, there has been 1 draw, and Los Angeles FC has won 2. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, with one match ending in a draw and another closely contested, as seen in the 2-1 friendly win for DC United. However, Los Angeles FC has recorded a significant 4-0 victory in one of their encounters, suggesting they can dominate when on form. Overall, while the matches have had some close scorelines, Los Angeles FC holds a slight edge in this recent history.
Major League Soccer Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 20 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 45 | 18 | 27 | 40 | WLWDD |
| 1 |  Nashville SC | 21 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 43 | 17 | 26 | 49 | WWWDL |
| 2 |  Inter Miami | 21 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 49 | 40 | 9 | 39 | LDLDW |
| 2 |  Houston Dynamo | 21 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 30 | 26 | 4 | 38 | LWWWW |
| 3 |  Chicago Fire | 20 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 37 | 26 | 11 | 36 | DWWWL |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 22 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 36 | 22 | 14 | 35 | DLLDW |
| 11 | DC United | 21 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 28 | 36 | -8 | 24 | LLDDW |
| 14 |  Austin | 21 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 26 | 40 | -14 | 21 | DWLLL |
| 15 |  Atlanta United FC | 20 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 23 | 35 | -12 | 18 | WWLLD |
| 15 |  Sporting Kansas City | 20 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 19 | 49 | -30 | 15 | DLLLW |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonDC United have won 3 of their last 14 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 6. Their recent home fixtures include lost to New England Revolution 0-3 and drew with Nashville SC 2-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 5W 13D 9L from the last 27 games (19% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Los Angeles FC have won 6 of their last 15 matches on the road, drawing 4 and losing 5. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Colorado Rapids 1-0 and beat Toluca 0-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 18W 11D 8L from the last 37 games (49% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
0 playersDC United
No reported absences
Los Angeles FC
No reported absences
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.
Corner Prediction
DC United have averaged 5.0 corners per match at home; Los Angeles FC 5.8 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.4 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
Los Angeles FC have generated 1.44 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 49% of them. They put 4.2 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Los Angeles FC player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
