Red Bull New York vs LAFC prediction & odds

LAFC will host Red Bull New York at BMO Stadium on September 10, 2026, in a matchup that sees LAFC leading the series with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss against New York. This fixture is significant as both teams are looking to improve their recent form, with LAFC currently struggling to find victories and Red Bull New York facing similar challenges.

In their last five matches, LAFC has recorded 2 draws and 3 losses, scoring a total of 3 goals while conceding 4. Their most recent game ended in a 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake, which followed a string of disappointing results, including two 1-0 losses to San Diego FC and Colorado Rapids. Despite the lack of victories, LAFC has managed to maintain a defensive record that averages 0.7 goals allowed per game over their last ten matches, indicating some resilience at the back.

On the other hand, Red Bull New York has also struggled recently, with 1 draw and 4 losses in their last five outings. They have scored 4 goals but conceded 8 during that stretch. Their last match resulted in a goalless draw against Seattle Sounders FC, but prior to that, they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Philadelphia Union. Red Bull New York’s away form has been particularly concerning, as they have only managed 1 win in their last 5 away games, averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.6 goals conceded.

When it comes to home and away performance, LAFC has a home record of 10 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses, while Red Bull New York holds a record of 7 wins, 6 draws, and 10 losses on the road. LAFC's recent home form shows a record of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last ten matches, with an average of 1.5 goals scored and 0.7 goals allowed. In contrast, Red Bull New York's away record reflects a more troubling trend, with a record of 2 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses in their last ten, averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.6 goals allowed.

Key players to watch include LAFC's Denis Bouanga, who has scored 12 goals in 23 matches, and Son Heung-Min, who leads the team with 10 assists. For Red Bull New York, Julian Hall has netted 9 goals in 23 matches, while Emil Forsberg has provided 7 assists. These players could be pivotal in determining the outcome of the match.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, has LAFC as the favorite at -250, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 3.5 goals. The odds for LAFC to win outright are -250, while Red Bull New York is listed at +500.

In terms of conditions, both teams will be looking to capitalize on their respective strengths and rectify their recent performances. Viewers should keep an eye on LAFC's ability to break their winless streak and whether they can leverage their home advantage effectively against a struggling Red Bull New York side. As both teams look to regain form, this matchup promises to be an intriguing contest in the MLS.

The final score for this game has not been recorded here yet.