Los Angeles FC 3-1 San Jose Earthquakes

Current streaks

Recent form

Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC is currently in excellent form, sitting in 2nd place in the league with 61 points from 33 games. The team is on an impressive five-game winning streak across all competitions, including four consecutive Major League Soccer victories. This run has seen them score 12 goals while conceding only 6, maintaining a positive goal difference of 6. LAFC's attacking prowess is evident, with an average of 2 goals scored per game in their last six matches. Notably, 83% of their recent games have featured over 2.5 goals, indicating high-scoring affairs. The team has also managed two clean sheets during this period, demonstrating their defensive capabilities alongside their offensive strength. Their only loss in the last six games came against FC Dallas in a 3-1 defeat, but LAFC quickly bounced back with five straight wins, showcasing their resilience and consistency.

San Jose Earthquakes

The San Jose Earthquakes are currently experiencing a challenging period in their season, sitting in 14th position with only 21 points from 33 games. Their recent form has been particularly poor, with four losses in their last six matches, including a current run of three defeats in their last four games. The team's defensive struggles are evident, having conceded an average of 2 goals per game in their last six matches and failing to keep a clean sheet during this period. On a positive note, their 3-2 victory over FC Dallas on October 3rd was a high-scoring affair and their only win in the recent stretch. The Earthquakes have been involved in several high-scoring games, with 67% of their last six matches seeing over 2.5 goals, indicating an exciting but defensively vulnerable style of play.

Recent home/away form

Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC has been showcasing impressive form at home, with a strong record of 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 6 home games across various competitions. They are currently on a two-game winning streak at home, having secured victories against St. Louis CITY and Sporting Kansas City. The team has been particularly prolific in scoring, netting 13 goals in these 6 matches, averaging 2.17 goals per game. Notably, there were two high-scoring games where LAFC scored 4 goals each: a 4-0 win against Colorado Rapids and a 4-1 victory over San Jose Earthquakes, both in the Leagues Cup. Their defensive performance has also been solid, conceding only 5 goals in 6 games and keeping 2 clean sheets. This strong home form has contributed to their high league position, currently sitting 2nd with 61 points from 33 games.

San Jose Earthquakes

The San Jose Earthquakes have struggled in their recent away games, winning only once in their last six matches on the road. Their away form has been inconsistent, with one win, two draws, and three losses. The team has had difficulty scoring goals, averaging just one goal per game, while conceding an average of two goals per match. This defensive vulnerability is highlighted by their 4-1 loss to Los Angeles FC in the Leagues Cup, which stands out as a particularly high-scoring game. The Earthquakes have managed only one clean sheet in these six away games, coming in their 2-0 victory against Real Salt Lake. Their most recent away match resulted in a 3-0 defeat to CF Montréal, indicating ongoing challenges in both attack and defense when playing away from home.