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Los Angeles FC and Austin FC return to action in MLS when they go head-to-head at BMO Stadium on Wednesday. Steven Cherundolo’s men have gone three consecutive games without a win since their US Open Cup semi-final triumph over Seattle Sounders in August and will set out to end this dry spell.
Los Angeles FC were left red-faced last Saturday as they fell to a 4-2 loss against rivals Los Angeles Galaxy after throwing away their two-goal lead in the second half.
Cherundolo’s side have now failed to taste victory in three consecutive games, losing twice and claiming one draw since a 1-0 win over Seattle in the US Open Cup semi-finals on August 29.
For all their recent struggles, Los Angeles FC remain in contention for the Western Conference title as they sit second in the table, seven points off LA Galaxy in first place, albeit with two games in hand.
Austin FC, on the other hand, suffered a fresh blow in their quest for a playoff spot last weekend when they fell to a 2-1 defeat against Toronto FC at BMO Field.
Josh Wolff’s men have now failed to win five of their last six MLS matches — losing four and claiming one draw — with a 2-0 victory over Nashville on August 25 being the exception.
With 34 points from 28 matches, Austin are currently 11th in the Western Conference table, level on points with 10th-placed Dallas and five points off the second play-in qualifying spot.
Los Angeles FC vs Austin FC Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- Los Angeles FC have been imperious in the history of this fixture, claiming seven wins from the last 10 meetings between the teams.
- Austin FC have picked up two wins in that time, while both sides have settled for a share of the spoils once.
- Los Angeles are unbeaten in their last five games against Wolff’s men, claiming four wins and one draw since a 4-1 loss in August 2022.
- Austin have failed to win eight of their last 10 MLS away matches, losing six and picking up two draws since the start of May.
Los Angeles FC vs Austin FC Prediction
The last six meetings between Los Angeles and Austin have produced a combined 21 goals and we anticipate a thrilling affair with plenty of goalmouth action.
Los Angeles have suffered a slump in form of late, but we are backing them to bounce back against an inconsistent Austin side who have lost their last three visits to BMO Stadium.
Prediction: Los Angeles FC 3-1 Austin FC
Los Angeles FC vs Austin FC Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Los Angeles to win
Tip 2: First to score - Los Angeles (The hosts have opened the scoring in four of their last five games against Austin)
Tip 3: Over 2.5 goals - Yes (There have also been at least three goals scored in six of the last eight meetings between the two sides)
