Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo

Current streaks

Recent form

Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC have been experiencing a mixed run of form recently, as evidenced by their last six matches resulting in two wins, two draws, and two losses. Their goal-scoring prowess has been notable, with an average of 1.5 goals per game, although they've been conceding at a slightly higher rate of 1.67 goals per match. The team's recent fixtures have been particularly high-scoring, with 67% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams finding the back of the net in two-thirds of the matches. Their 3-3 draw against Portland Timbers stands out as a thrilling encounter. Defensively, LAFC have struggled to keep clean sheets, with their last one coming five games ago. Despite their current 8th position in the league table, their entertaining style of play is evident, with matches averaging a total of 3.17 goals.

Houston Dynamo

Houston Dynamo have shown mixed form in their recent matches, maintaining an unbeaten run of four games despite their 13th position in the league table. Their last six matches have seen them secure two wins, three draws, and only one loss, demonstrating resilience and consistency. The team's defensive prowess is evident, with three clean sheets in their last six games and a respectable goals conceded average of 1 per match. However, their attacking output could be improved, scoring just 1.17 goals per game on average. The Dynamo have been involved in relatively low-scoring affairs, with 67% of their recent matches featuring under 2.5 goals. Their most recent victory against Austin FC (2-0) was their highest-scoring game in this period, showcasing their potential to find the back of the net when needed.

Recent home/away form

Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC have shown solid form at home recently, with a run of three consecutive wins before their most recent draw against St. Louis CITY. Their home record in the last six matches includes four wins, one draw, and one loss, demonstrating their strength at the Banc of California Stadium. LAFC have been particularly impressive defensively, keeping three clean sheets and conceding only 0.67 goals per game on average. The standout result was their 3-0 victory over Columbus Crew in the CONCACAF Champions League, which was their highest-scoring game in this stretch. Interestingly, half of their home matches have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency for tighter, lower-scoring affairs. Despite their mixed league position of 8th, LAFC's home form indicates they remain a formidable opponent on their own turf.

Houston Dynamo

Houston Dynamo have shown a remarkable consistency in their recent away form, with five draws in their last six matches. Their only defeat came against Portland Timbers in a high-scoring 3-1 loss. The Dynamo have struggled to find the back of the net, scoring just 0.83 goals per game on average, but have been relatively solid defensively, keeping two clean sheets in their last six away fixtures. Interestingly, 67% of their away matches have seen both teams score, suggesting that while Houston may not be prolific, they do tend to get on the scoresheet. The team's tendency to draw matches is evident, with four consecutive stalemates in their most recent outings, including two goalless draws against Seattle Sounders and Columbus Crew. This run of draws has contributed to their current mid-table position in the league, sitting 13th with 10 points from 10 games.