St. Louis CITY SC Triumphs Over LAFC 2-1
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Energizer Park
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Quick answers
Who won LAFC vs St. Louis CITY SC?
St. Louis CITY SC beat LAFC 2-1 at Energizer Park on May 13, 2026.
Who was favored in LAFC vs St. Louis CITY SC?
LAFC were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline +140 (about 42% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested match at Energizer Park, St. Louis CITY SC secured a 2-1 victory over LAFC, marking a significant win for the home side. This result not only adds to the excitement of the MLS season but also highlights St. Louis's ability to overcome previous struggles against LAFC, who had dominated their recent encounters.
St. Louis CITY SC entered the match with a record of 3 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses, while LAFC boasted a stronger away record of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. The home team's recent form showed a mixed bag of results, with their last five matches yielding 2 wins and 3 losses. They had recently lost to the San Jose Earthquakes (3-2) and Austin FC (2-0) but managed to secure victories against the Chicago Fire FC (2-1) and Colorado Rapids (1-0) before facing LAFC.
Conversely, LAFC had been struggling, with their last five matches producing just 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses, including a heavy defeat to the Houston Dynamo FC (4-1). Their recent form indicated a decline, especially after a promising start to the season, and they were looking to bounce back against a St. Louis side that had previously bested them.
Historically, LAFC had led the series against St. Louis with a record of 4 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss. Their last meeting prior to this match was on March 15, 2026, where LAFC won 2-0 at home. This backdrop added pressure on St. Louis to perform well at home, especially with the fans rallying behind them.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important fixture. The match conditions were standard for an MLS game, played in front of a home crowd eager for a victory.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had LAFC as the favorite with odds of +140, while St. Louis CITY SC was priced at +165. The spread was set at 0.5, with a total of 2.5 goals for the match, indicating expectations for a closely fought contest.
As the match unfolded, St. Louis CITY SC capitalized on their home advantage, ultimately leading to a crucial win that could provide a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to improve their season standings. The victory not only breaks the trend of LAFC's dominance but also sets a positive tone for St. Louis as they aim to build on this success in their upcoming matches.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAFC +140 | 2.5 o -155 / u +120 | LAFC +140 · St. Louis CITY SC +165 |
Leaders
- Total ShotsRafael Santos2St. Louis CITY SC
- Accurate PassesDante Polvara48St. Louis CITY SC
- SavesRoman Bürki3St. Louis CITY SC
- Total ShotsRyan Raposo3LAFC
- Accurate PassesAaron Long88LAFC
Recent form
St. Louis CITY SC
Last 10: 2-6-2Streak W10.9 scored · 1.7 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L3-2vs San Jose EarthquakesApr 25
- W2-1vs Chicago Fire FCApr 29
- L2-0vs Austin FCMay 3
- W1-0vs Colorado RapidsMay 9
- W2-1vs LAFCMay 13
LAFC
Last 10: 4-3-3Streak L11.5 scored · 1.2 allowed per game1-1 away
- W2-1vs TolucaApr 29
- D2-2vs San Diego FCMay 2
- L4-0vs TolucaMay 6
- L4-1vs Houston Dynamo FCMay 10
- L2-1vs St. Louis CITY SCMay 13
Standings
| Team | Games played | Lost | Point differential | Points | Tied | Won | Rank | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Whitecaps | 21 | 4 | +30 | 43 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 13-4-4 |
| Houston Dynamo FC | 22 | 7 | +4 | 39 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 12-3-7 |
| LAFC | 23 | 7 | +14 | 36 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 10-6-7 |
| San Jose Earthquakes | 22 | 8 | +6 | 34 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 10-4-8 |
| FC Dallas | 22 | 6 | +4 | 34 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 9-7-6 |
| St. Louis CITY SC | 22 | 6 | +3 | 34 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 9-7-6 |
| Colorado Rapids | 22 | 11 | +3 | 31 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 10-1-11 |
| San Diego FC | 22 | 8 | +7 | 30 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8-6-8 |
| Minnesota United FC | 22 | 7 | -2 | 29 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7-8-7 |
| Real Salt Lake | 21 | 9 | +1 | 28 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 8-4-9 |
| Portland Timbers | 22 | 10 | 0 | 28 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 8-4-10 |
| Seattle Sounders FC | 21 | 9 | -5 | 26 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 7-5-9 |
| LA Galaxy | 23 | 9 | -7 | 26 | 8 | 6 | 13 | 6-8-9 |
| Austin FC | 22 | 10 | -13 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 14 | 6-6-10 |
| Sporting Kansas City | 22 | 15 | -34 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 15 | 4-3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | St. Louis CITY SC | LAFC |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls committed | 13 | 10 |
| Yellow cards | 3 | 3 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 1 | 4 |
| Won corners | 2 | 8 |
| Saves | 3 | 0 |
| Possession pct | 37.7 | 62.3 |
| Total shots | 8 | 16 |
| Shots on target | 2 | 4 |
| Shot pct | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Penalty kick goals | 0 | 0 |
| Penalty kick shots | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate passes | 348 | 597 |
| Total passes | 406 | 661 |
| Pass pct | 0.9 | 0.9 |
| Accurate crosses | 1 | 5 |
| Total crosses | 7 | 21 |
| Cross pct | 0.1 | 0.2 |
| Total long balls | 30 | 41 |
| Accurate long balls | 15 | 19 |
| Longball pct | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Blocked shots | 0 | 7 |
| Effective tackles | 10 | 6 |
| Total tackles | 13 | 13 |
| Tackle pct | 0.8 | 0.5 |
| Interceptions thrown | 10 | 10 |
| Effective clearance | 38 | 7 |
| Total clearance | 38 | 7 |
Venue
- Energizer ParkSt. Louis, Missouri
- Attendance22423
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MLS rules and settlement
These two, other days
- LAFC Defeats St. Louis CITY SC 2-0 at HomeMar 14, 2026
- LAFC Dominates St. Louis CITY SC in 3-0 VictorySep 27, 2025