Vancouver Whitecaps vs Los Angeles: Prediction, Odds & Analysis
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Los AngelesThe model puts Vancouver Whitecaps at 55%. The model leans toward Vancouver Whitecaps. Confidence: high.
Why this prediction
+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.
- −Recent form favours Los Angeles.
- +Vancouver Whitecaps score more per game (3.0 at home vs 2.0 away).
- +Vancouver Whitecaps creates more chances (18 vs 14 shots per game).
- +Vancouver Whitecaps controls more of the ball (54% vs 48%).
- −The head-to-head history is finely balanced.
Win probabilities
Model vs market
Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply. This is model disagreement, not proven value — we do not yet publish historical profitability.
Recent form
Expected goals
Most likely scorelines
Match DNA
Key points
- Vancouver Whitecaps have 2 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Los Angeles have 4 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Vancouver Whitecaps have won 3 of the head-to-head meetings.
- Vancouver Whitecaps is priced at 1.76.
Betting angles
Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. A positive edge means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies — model disagreement, not proven value. Not betting advice.
Scoreline probability matrix
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |||
| 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 2 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 3 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 5 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.
Full analysis
The model puts Vancouver Whitecaps at 55%. The model puts the draw at 21%. The model puts Los Angeles at 24%. The model's most likely scoreline is 3-1.
The market leans toward Vancouver Whitecaps. Vancouver Whitecaps is priced at 1.76. The draw is priced at 4.12. Los Angeles is priced at 4.12.
Vancouver Whitecaps have won 3 of the head-to-head meetings. Los Angeles have won 2 of the head-to-head meetings. The sides have drawn 1 of their head-to-head meetings.
Vancouver Whitecaps have 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Los Angeles have 4 wins in their last 5 matches. Los Angeles are on 4 wins in a row.
Vancouver Whitecaps average 3 goals per game this season. Vancouver Whitecaps average 54% possession. Los Angeles average 2 goals per game this season. Los Angeles average 48% possession.
The model gives 73% for both teams to score. The model gives 82% for over 2.5 goals.
This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the favourite, Vancouver Whitecaps or Los Angeles?
Our model rates Vancouver Whitecaps as the most likely outcome at 55% probability.
What's a likely scoreline for Vancouver Whitecaps vs Los Angeles?
A scoreline around 3-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.
What's the head-to-head record?
In the last 6 meetings: 3 Vancouver Whitecaps wins, 1 draws, 2 Los Angeles wins.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.
League table
USA. MLS| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | G | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 16 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 37:16 | 33 |
| 2 | Los Angeles | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 34:18 | 33 |
| 3 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 17 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 35:20 | 33 |
| 4 |  Real Salt Lake | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 28:24 | 26 |
| 5 |  Houston Dynamo | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 23:24 | 26 |
| 6 |  Dallas | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 32:25 | 26 |
| 7 |  St. Louis City | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 23:23 | 25 |
| 8 |  Seattle Sounders | 16 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 19:20 | 24 |
| 9 |  Minnesota United | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 19:24 | 23 |
| 10 |  Portland Timbers | 17 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 31:32 | 21 |
| 11 |  Los Angeles Galaxy | 18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 24:29 | 21 |
| 12 |  San Diego | 17 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 31:28 | 20 |
| 13 |  Colorado Rapids | 17 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 26:25 | 19 |
| 14 |  Austin | 17 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 22:35 | 17 |
| 15 |  Sporting Kansas City | 17 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 18:44 | 14 |
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