New York City vs Los Angeles FC Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Oct 2026
New York City vs Los Angeles FC Predictions
When New York City meet LAFC, we will back the hosts at -149 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. With the stake split between 0 and +0.5, they look capable of landing a return by avoiding defeat.
Read our complete New York City vs LAFC betting preview for the full analysis behind our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
New York City vs Los Angeles FC Preview
New York City meet Los Angeles FC at Citi Field, with kick-off set for 19:30 on Saturday 17 October.
New York City FC have suffered defeat in their last two MLS games. Most recently, a 2-0 scoreline occurred on the road at Nu Stadium against Inter Miami. Pascal Jansen's side had 43% possession and totalled five shots on target.
Los Angeles FC won their previous game, beating Austin FC at home. It was a 3-1 win at BMO Stadium. The Black and Gold had 40% possession and ten shots on goal, with Denis Bouanga finding the net twice and Heung-Min Son scoring one.
H2H: LAFC 1-0 Winners in Previous Head-to-Head
The last head-to-head saw LAFC claim a 1-0 home win over City at BMO Stadium. The past 3 H2H meetings have involved a victory for City, a win for LAFC and a draw.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |  Los Angeles FC |
30 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 47 | 32 | 15 | 47:32 | 45 |
| 21 |  NYCFC |
29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 42 | 40 | 2 | 42:40 | 33 |
1 win, 5 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 11.3 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. City have had 51.6% possession and 4.3 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.3 goals from 12.0 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 5.1 corners.
Luighi leads the way with 3 goals, Nicolas Fernandez has 2, with Hannes Wolf and two others on 1. Agustin Ojeda has made the most assists with 6.
LAFC have won 2, lost 3 and drawn 5, with an average of 16.8 attempts, 5.5 shots on goal and 1.2 goals. Xavi Tamarit's team average 48.1% possession, 6.9 corners awarded and 4.7 corners against them, while 1.2 goals have been conceded from 4.7 shots on goal and 14.1 attempts.
Denis Bouanga is top of the team’s scoring charts with 7, Heung-Min Son has 3, with Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb both on 1. Heung-Min Son has been the top assist maker with 4 in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
New York City predicted lineup (4-3-3): Matt Freese (GK), Tayvon Gray, Thiago Martins, James Sands, Nico Cavallo, Aiden O'Neill, Nicolas Fernandez Mercau, Andrés Perea, Agustin Ojeda, Alonso Martínez, Benie Traore.
Los Angeles FC predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Hugo Lloris (GK), Sergi Palencia, Ryan Porteous, Aaron Long, Yevgen Cheberko, Mark Delgado, Igor Jesus, Leo Walta, Heung-Min Son, Armindo Sieb, Denis Bouanga.
Main Match Prediction
New York City +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at odds of -149. The home team should be able to avoid defeat in this MLS clash and we’re optimistic that they can land a win.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Our football betting picks come from having access to off-the-press team news along with going through the MLS form guide. It’s also important to identify the key stats.
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 59.9% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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1
LAFC
We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +700 and it involves NYCFC winning 2-1. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.
Player Prop Picks
Armindo Sieb (LAFC) can be wagered to have at least one shot on goal at -118. Shots on Target bettors should definitely consider him at the available odds and we’ll have a play.
Nicolás Fernández Mercau (NYCFC) can be wagered at +170 to be on the scoresheet. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing considering all angles and we’ll take a chance on him.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been an average of 6.90 LAFC corners in the past 10 games, while the previous 5 New York City matches have seen them average 3.60. We think that the value can be found by backing LAFC to have the most corners and we like the odds of -108.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you want to follow our bet builder, try New York City on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, more than two goals in total together with Armindo Sieb (LAFC) to finish with a minimum of one shot on target.
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New York City vs Los Angeles FC Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and Los Angeles FC are +145 to land a MLS victory, while New York City FC are +170 to win. The draw is trading at +240 should you think the clash will end all square.
There’s the option to get some insurance on your bet by going down the Draw No Bet route. This allows you to back LAFC at -132 with a safety net or alternatively opt for City at -110.
Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -175 for the BTTS Yes option.
The best betting sites push the boat out to ensure that football bettors can select from hundreds of markets. You can access them for every MLS match before making a decision.
Those interested in favourite Dénis Bouanga to find the net first are able to get +370. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +125.
New York City League Stats
Los Angeles FC League Stats
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.30 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.90 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 6.20 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 11.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 12.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 51.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 48.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 47.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for New York City this season are Nicolas Fernandez (15), Hannes Wolf (6), Agustin Ojeda (5)
- Top Assistors for New York City this season are Agustin Ojeda (10), Maxi Moralez (6), Nicolas Fernandez (4)
New York City vs Los Angeles FC Lineups & Team News
Before placing any bets on City vs LAFC, check the team news first. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the MLS, along with current injury news.
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Los Angeles FC Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Los Angeles FC Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous New York City Lineups
Previous Los Angeles FC Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
New York City Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pascal Jansen
Los Angeles FC Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 29 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 63:22 | 66 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 29 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 61:30 | 52 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 29 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 70:50 | 52 |
| 4 | St. Louis | 29 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 54:38 | 51 |
| 5 | FC Dallas | 29 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 53:45 | 50 |
| 6 | NE Revolution | 29 | 15 | 4 | 10 | 48:41 | 49 |
| 7 | Chicago Fire | 29 | 14 | 6 | 9 | 52:43 | 48 |
| 8 | SJ Earthquakes | 29 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 51:41 | 47 |
| 9 | Charlotte FC | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 51:43 | 46 |
| 10 | Houston Dynamo | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 39:37 | 46 |
| 11 | Philadelphia | 29 | 13 | 6 | 10 | 59:46 | 45 |
| 12 | Los Angeles FC | 30 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 47:32 | 45 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 29 | 11 | 8 | 10 | 38:36 | 41 |
| 14 | LA Galaxy | 30 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 41:50 | 39 |
| 15 | Colorado Rapids | 29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 41:41 | 38 |
| 16 | Orlando City | 29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 54:69 | 38 |
| 17 | NY Red Bulls | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 39:54 | 36 |
| 18 | FC Cincinnati | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 60:68 | 36 |
| 19 | Portland Timbers | 29 | 9 | 6 | 14 | 51:56 | 33 |
| 20 | Real Salt Lake | 29 | 9 | 6 | 14 | 42:47 | 33 |
| 21 | NYCFC | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 42:40 | 33 |
| 22 | San Diego | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 51:54 | 33 |
| 23 | Toronto FC | 29 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 44:55 | 33 |
| 24 | D.C. United | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | 36:47 | 33 |
| 25 | Columbus Crew | 29 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 44:47 | 32 |
| 26 | Minnesota Utd | 29 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 44:53 | 31 |
| 27 | Austin FC | 29 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 37:54 | 31 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 29 | 8 | 6 | 15 | 36:48 | 30 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 29 | 6 | 6 | 17 | 35:59 | 24 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 29 | 6 | 4 | 19 | 35:72 | 22 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 15 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 45:12 | 43 |
| 2 | St. Louis | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 34:19 | 31 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 29:13 | 30 |
| 4 | Colorado Rapids | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 28:15 | 30 |
| 5 | Vancouver | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 35:14 | 29 |
| 6 | NE Revolution | 14 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 26:16 | 29 |
| 7 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 29:16 | 28 |
| 8 | Chicago Fire | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 28:19 | 28 |
| 9 | Real Salt Lake | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 28:21 | 27 |
| 10 | Houston Dynamo | 14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 17:12 | 27 |
| 11 | Orlando City | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 26:19 | 26 |
| 12 | FC Dallas | 14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 26:20 | 26 |
| 13 | Inter Miami | 15 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 41:26 | 25 |
| 14 | Philadelphia | 14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 25:14 | 25 |
| 15 | FC Cincinnati | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 36:27 | 24 |
| 16 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 31:25 | 24 |
| 17 | Seattle Sounders | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 23:20 | 24 |
| 18 | Toronto FC | 16 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 34:32 | 24 |
| 19 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 22:17 | 23 |
| 20 | LA Galaxy | 15 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 20:18 | 23 |
| 21 | San Diego | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 35:27 | 22 |
| 22 | SJ Earthquakes | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 25:22 | 21 |
| 23 | D.C. United | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 20:26 | 20 |
| 24 | Austin FC | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 20:19 | 18 |
| 25 | NY Red Bulls | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 22:27 | 18 |
| 26 | CF Montréal | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 19:21 | 17 |
| 27 | NYCFC | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 26:21 | 16 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 20:26 | 14 |
| 29 | Minnesota Utd | 14 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 16:18 | 13 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 14 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 21:29 | 13 |
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