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MLS: LAFC vs. New York City Preview, Odds, Predictions (Mar 1)

  • Nikola Velickovic
  • Feb 26, 2025 at 4:13 AM EST

Pick rationale

Analysis & key factors

  • LAFC vs. New York City game should be interesting for all those who bet on MLS.
  • LAFC hasn’t conceded in the past two events.
  • New York City played 2-2 in the MLS opener against Inter Miami.

Each time, there’s some sports event with franchises from LA and New York that is considered dope. It won’t be any different this Saturday night when the reigning US Open Cup winners, LAFC host the New York City FC.

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How to Watch

  • When: Saturday, March 1, 10:30 pm ET
  • Where: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California
  • How to Watch: MLS Season Pass

MLS Odds

TeamOdds
LAFC-115
Tie+260
New York City+390

Game Preview

LAFC had already played three competitive matches as they participated in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. After losing 2-1 on the road to the Colorado Rapids 2-1, they defeated them this Tuesday night, 1-0. Marco Delgado’s score in the 49th minute propelled them to the next stage.

In between, the black and gold beat Minnesota United in the opening event of the MLS season, 1-0.

New York City survived Inter Miami and Messi, taking a point from Florida in a thrilling 2-2 tie. However, we can’t say they are happy because NYCFC conceded in the tenth minute of stoppage time, with Segovia leveling the score.

This team still needs time to reach its full potential, and for the moment, we aren’t sure whether they can repeat last year’s No.6 in the East.

LAFC vs. New York City Team News and Injuries

Lorenzo Dellavalle is questionable for LAFC.

Malachi Jones and James Sands are our for the guests.

LAFC vs. New York City Head to Head

The last meeting between the two sides was a friendly one in early 2023, which ended 1-1.

LAFC vs. New York City Predictions

The FC has a bit tougher defense for the MLS standards, and even though City plays strong and direct football, we still don’t believe this event will bring too many goals. Our betting pick here would be 2 or 3 goals or a moderate efficiency.

  • Free MLS pick: 2 or 3 goals

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