MLS Preview: Houston Dynamo FC at LAFC

Match Preview

Houston Dynamo FC will look to extend their unbeaten streak to three matches when they travel to face the LAFC on Saturday, April 16th. The Dynamo are coming off a 2-0 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps, while LAFC is coming off a 1-0 loss to the San Jose Earthquakes.

LAFC is the defending MLS Cup champion and is considered one of the favorites to win the title again this year. They have a star-studded roster led by Carlos Vela, Diego Rossi, and Eduard Atuesta.

Houston is not expected to challenge for the MLS Cup this year, but they have a solid team that is capable of pulling off an upset. They are led by forward Sebastian Ferreira, who has scored two goals in his first two matches with the club.

Key Matchups

• Carlos Vela vs. Teenage Hadebe: Vela is one of the most dangerous players in MLS, and he will be a handful for Hadebe, who is one of the best defenders in the league.
• Sebastian Ferreira vs. Jesus Murillo: Ferreira is a rising star in MLS, and he will be looking to continue his hot start against Murillo, who is a veteran defender.
• Darwin Quintero vs. Daniel Steres: Quintero is a creative midfielder who can create chances for his teammates, and he will be looking to do so against Steres, who is a solid defensive midfielder.

Prediction

LAFC is the clear favorite in this match, but Houston has shown that they are capable of pulling off an upset. I predict that LAFC will win 2-1.