The final round of matches in Group C of the Leagues Cup takes place on Sunday evening, and both the LA Galaxy and Vancouver Whitecaps will be under pressure. The MLS teams currently sit second and third in the standings, meaning that only a victory this weekend will be enough to secure their passage through to the next round. You can find the latest Leagues Cup odds and our LA Galaxy vs Whitecaps score prediction below.
LA Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Odds Breakdown
Surprisingly, the Galaxy are currently listed as the clear -143 favorites to land victory this weekend. The draw is available on the moneyline at +290, with a victory for the Whitecaps also priced up at the same price.
LA Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Information
LA Galaxy vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Location of the Game: Dignity Health Sports Park, Los Angeles, California
Date & Time: Sunday, July 30, 2023. 9:00 PM ET
How to Watch: FOX
LA Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Recent Scores
The Whitecaps have dominated the previous encounters between these teams before the soccer games this week. Vancouver Whitecaps FC has gone three without defeat against the Galaxy, including victories in each of their two previous home encounters.
However, the previous clash between the sides at Dignity Health Sports Park ended in a 1-1 draw in March 2023. The last win for Galaxy over the Whitecaps was secured in August 2022, but that remains their only victory in six.
Last Game Records
LA Galaxy
The Los Angeles Galaxy comes into this match on Sunday searching for a first point in the Leagues Cup this season. They were disappointing in their opening match, as they were beaten 1-0 by Leon. However, the scoreline slightly flattered the MLS side, as they could have easily allowed more goals, such was the number of chances that they gave away to their Mexican rivals.
Vancouver Whitecaps
The Whitecaps hold a slightly stronger position in Group C coming into this match, as they could advance to the next stage with a draw. Vancouver were involved in a thriller against Leon on matchday one, as they played out a 2-2 draw against the Liga MX side. However, they were ultimately denied maximum points after losing a long penalty shootout, which eventually ended 16-15.
LA Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Betting Preview
LA Galaxy Update
The Leagues Cup offered a chance for Galaxy to switch off from their damaging start to the MLS season, as they currently sit 13th in Western Conference. However, the poor displays that have hindered their progression domestically were evident once again against Leon earlier this week.
The Galaxy have won just twice across their previous nine matches, and they have been far too easy to break down defensively. That is evident from the fact that they have allowed 13 goals in their last nine games across all competitions. They will need to be much tougher defensively if they have any hope of being among the winning Leagues Cup predictions this weekend.
Vancouver Whitecaps
The Whitecaps will have the added bonus of knowing that their destiny is in their own hands coming into this final match in Group C. The draw that they picked up against Leon in their opening match after 90 minutes means that a repeat tie will be enough to secure progression, providing that they are able to land victory in the shootout.
However, it’s unlikely that the Caps will be playing for a sensible result this weekend, as they have been in fine recent form. They have won two of their previous three matches across all competitions, which includes a 4-2 win over the Galaxy in the final MLS matchup before the break. It may be wise to stick with the visiting side when making an LA Galaxy vs Whitecaps score prediction this weekend.
LA Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Pick and Prediction
There certainly appears to be value in the betting when making an LA Galaxy vs Whitecaps score prediction this weekend.
We have been impressed by the recent displays of the Caps, and their recent win over the Galaxy only shows the struggles that the hosts have experienced in recent weeks. Therefore, we could see the Caps landing a 2-0 win in California.
- Final Score Prediction: LA Galaxy 0-2 Vancouver Whitecaps
- Pick: Vancouver Whitecaps (+290)
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