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Los Angeles FC vs. Real Salt Lake Picks, Predictions, and Odds
Los Angeles FC will look to complete a home-and-home sweep against Real Salt Lake when they clash Sunday night at BMO Stadium.
LAFC (13-7-8, 47 pts) surged into 4th place in the Western Conference after a 4-1 road win at RSL on Wednesday, powered by Son Heung-min’s first MLS hat trick and a goal from Denis Bouanga. The win marked LAFC’s second straight game scoring four goals with Son and Bouanga paired in a two-striker system.
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RSL (10-15-4, 34 pts) remain in the playoff hunt, sitting just one point behind 9th-place San Jose. However, their defensive lapses cost them against LAFC, as they failed to stop transition play on the Black-and-Gold’s late goals.
Los Angeles FC Can Win If…
The Bouanga–Son partnership has turned LAFC into one of the league’s most dangerous attacks. The duo has seven goals in the last two matches, with Son providing movement and finishing while Bouanga drives at defenders with pace.
LAFC also have the depth to dominate possession, ranking 3rd in MLS in shots per game (15.4). If they replicate Wednesday’s pressing and quick counters, they should control this match at home.
Real Salt Lake Can Win If…
RSL will need to tighten up defensively after conceding four goals midweek. Striker Zavier Gozo scored to keep them alive, while Rwan Cruz missed a penalty that could have changed momentum.
RSL average 1.32 goals per game, but their defense ranks among the bottom five in MLS, conceding 1.78 goals per game. To win, they’ll need to disrupt LAFC’s tempo with tactical fouls and avoid giving space to Bouanga and Son.
Key MLS Betting Trends
| Category | Los Angeles FC | Real Salt Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 Matches (MLS) | 3-1-1 | 1-3-1 |
| Goals Scored (2025) | 49 | 36 |
| Goals Conceded (2025) | 39 | 57 |
| Home Record | 7-2-4 | 3-9-3 (Away) |
The Lean
Model Projection: LAFC 3, RSL 1
Best Bet: LAFC -1.5 (+120)
Total Lean: Over 3.0 (-105)
LAFC’s attack is clicking at the right time, and Real Salt Lake’s defensive issues on the road make them vulnerable. Expect LAFC to ride Bouanga and Son to another multi-goal victory.
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Best Bet Box
| Best Bet Category | Selection |
|---|---|
| Best Bet | LAFC -1.5 (+120) |
| Confidence Rating | ★★★★☆ |
| Projected Score | LAFC 3, RSL 1 |
| Total Lean | Over 3.0 (-105) |
