St. Louis City SC (13th, 31 points, 8-7-18, home rank 14th) hosts Real Salt Lake (9th, 40 points, 12-4-17, away rank 13th) in a late-season MLS clash. Both teams are outside playoff contention, but recent trends and head-to-head history suggest a competitive match. St. Louis is coming off a 3-1 away win at Austin, while RSL lost 0-1 at Seattle. St. Louis has a slightly better home record than RSL's away form, but both teams have struggled defensively.
Key Factors to Consider
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The MLS matchup between St. Louis City SC and Los Angeles FC features a clash between the 14th place team in the Western Conference and a strong contender sitting 5th. LAFC has superior statistical performance, including more goals scored (57 vs. 39), shots on goal (161 vs. 132), and clean sheets (9 vs. 6). St. Louis City SC is struggling comparatively but plays at home, which could provide an edge.
Key Factors to Consider
Los Angeles FC shows significantly better offensive and defensive metrics than St. Louis City, including higher goals, shots on target, passes, and clean sheets, reflective of their 11-7-8 record compared to St. Louis's 5-17-7. Key players for LAFC include Denis Bouanga (22 goals, 7 assists) and Marcel Hartel. St. Louis's top scorer is Joao Klauss with 9 goals. LAFC's more balanced and effective attack and defense suggests dominance in this matchup.
Historically, LAFC leads the head-to-head with St. Louis City SC having no wins, 3 LAFC wins, and 2 draws. This indicates a psychological and tactical upper hand for LAFC in prior encounters.
Current public data does not specify injuries impacting either team ahead of this match. Monitoring closer to game time is recommended for updates.
The match venue is Energizer Park in St. Louis granting home advantage to St. Louis City SC. However, their weaker form in home fixtures and overall league standings reduce the weight of this factor.
LAFC, aiming to solidify or improve their playoff position, likely enter motivated to secure points. St. Louis City SC, positioned near the bottom of the conference, may be motivated to upset a stronger opponent and gain crucial points to improve their standing.
Odds and Predictions
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Los Angeles FC: -102, St. Louis City SC: 228, Draw: 300
Los Angeles FC to win
β β β β β 78%
Spread
Los Angeles FC -0.5: -106, St. Louis City SC +50: -125
Los Angeles FC -0.5
β β β β β 75%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 119, Under 3.5: -159
Under 3.5 goals
β β β ββ 65%
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Los Angeles FC 15%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 6%
π₯ Best Value Pick: Los Angeles FC at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Los Angeles FC is favored to win the match based on superior season performance, offensive and defensive metrics, strong head-to-head record, and better squad form. A competitive but controlled LAFC victory is expected.
San Jose Earthquakes host St. Louis City SC in an MLS regular season match at PayPal Park. San Jose is favored but has recent losses, while St. Louis won their last game away. Both teams have offensive capabilities but San Jose holds a higher league standing and home advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
San Jose Earthquakes hold a 9-8-13 record with 35 points but lost their last two matches, including a 4-2 loss to LAFC where they dominated possession. St. Louis City SC has a 6-7-17 record with 25 points, winning their previous 2-0 away game. San Jose has strong attacking players like Cristian Arango (12 goals) and Joao Klauss (9 goals). St. Louis features Marcel Hartel and Conrad Wallem contributing offensively.
This is the second league meeting this season between the teams, with St. Louis City winning the first matchup. Historically, San Jose usually shows better stats at home but recent form favors St. Louis.
No concrete recent injury reports were found for key players; expecting near full-strength squads for both sides.
The match kicks off at San Joseβs home stadium which can influence the game with crowd support. The game will be broadcast globally via MLS Season Pass. Weather and pitch conditions are not noted as issues.
San Jose aims to bounce back from back-to-back losses to secure playoff positioning, while St. Louis City looks to continue their recent positive momentum and upset a higher-ranked opponent on the road.
Odds and Predictions
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San Jose Earthquakes: -133, St. Louis City SC: 295, Draw: 330
San Jose Earthquakes to win
β β β β β 70%
Spread
San Jose Earthquakes: -0.5 -139, St. Louis City SC: +50 104
San Jose -0.5
β β β ββ 65%
Over/under
Over 3.5: -120, Under 3.5: -110
Over 3.5 goals
β β β ββ 60%
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San Jose Earthquakes 2%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 3.5 1%
π₯ Best Value Pick: San Jose Earthquakes at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 2.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
San Jose Earthquakes are predicted to win with a moderately high confidence due to home advantage, stronger squad statistics, and motivation to overcome recent losses. Expect a competitive game with multiple goals scored but San Jose to edge a victory.
CF Montreal hosts St. Louis City SC at Stade Saputo in a key MLS matchup. Both teams are competitive, with Montreal leveraging home advantage and recent tactical demands for attacking efficiency. St. Louis City SC travels to Canada aiming to contend strongly on the road.
Key Factors to Consider
CF Montreal has shown solid home form with recent draws and is pushing for more attacking efficiency under manager Critchley. St. Louis City SC has been competitive in away fixtures but faces the challenge of travel and playing in a passionate stadium atmosphere.
Limited direct historical data available for this fixture; matchups between these teams have been competitive with no overwhelming dominance reported.
No prominent injuries reported for either side ahead of this fixture, suggesting lineups will be near full strength.
Playing at Stade Saputo provides CF Montreal strong home support, with fans expected to create a lively atmosphere. Weather or pitch conditions are not noted as concerns.
Both teams are motivated to secure points late in the MLS season to improve playoff positioning, with Montreal eager to capitalize on home advantage and St. Louis determined to assert their status on the road.
Odds and Predictions
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CF Montreal: 131, St. Louis City SC: 177, Draw: 275
CF Montreal to win
β β β ββ 65%
Spread
CF Montreal -0.5: 124, St. Louis City SC +50: -167
CF Montreal to cover -0.5
β β β ββ 60%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 120, Under 3.5: -161
Under 3.5 goals
β β β β β 70%
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CF Montreal 6%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 5%
π₯ Best Value Pick: CF Montreal at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 4.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The match will likely be tightly contested with CF Montreal having a slight edge due to home field advantage and tactical focus on efficiency. Expect a narrow win or draw scenario, with cautious attacking but moments of quality on both ends.
This MLS Western Conference matchup sees St. Louis City SC hosting FC Dallas. St. Louis City SC currently ranks 14th with a 5-17-6 record, while FC Dallas stands 12th with 7-11-9. Both teams have struggled defensively and offensively within the league. The game promises a clash between two mid-lower table sides seeking to improve their playoff chances late in the season.
Key Factors to Consider
FC Dallas averages 8.37 shots/game (26th), 4.07 shots on target (22nd), and 1.44 goals/game (17th). St. Louis City SC has slightly better attacking stats with 9.5 shots/game (12th), 4.32 shots on target (16th), but lower goal output at 1.18 goals/game (24th). Dallas completes fewer passes with 345.46 compared to St. Louis' 417.43. Both teams show similar defensive aggression with comparable tackle attempts and fouls.
The teams have faced each other multiple times with close encounters. Recent form favors FC Dallas marginally, although St. Louis City has a notable home advantage. There is no definitive dominance; matches tend to be competitive.
No explicit injury information available, implying key players like FC Dallas' Petar Musa (13 goals) and Marcel Hartel (5 goals, 3 assists) and St. Louis City SC's attackers are likely available. Monitoring for late injury updates recommended.
The match is played at St. Louis' home Energizer Park, which could influence the home sideβs performance. Weather or pitch conditions are not detailed but could impact the match dynamic.
Both sides are outside playoff spots and will be motivated to secure points. St. Louis City SC seeks to halt a losing streak while FC Dallas aims to capitalize on inconsistency at home by opponents.
Odds and Predictions
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Confidence
Moneyline
FC Dallas: 236, St. Louis City SC: -104, Draw: 300
St. Louis City SC win
β β β ββ 65%
Spread
FC Dallas +50: -122, St. Louis City SC -0.5: -109
St. Louis City SC -0.5
β β β ββ 60%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 118, Under 3.5: -156
Under 3.5 goals
β β β ββ 55%
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Moneyline
St. Louis City SC 0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 -15%
π₯ Best Value Pick: St. Louis City SC at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the slightly better attacking numbers and current odds favoring St. Louis City SC at home, a cautious prediction favors a narrow home win or a draw. A high-scoring game is plausible based on recent goal patterns of both teams.
St. Louis City SC hosts Houston Dynamo in an MLS regular season match at Energizer Park. St. Louis City SC, with a struggling record this season, faces a Houston Dynamo side also underperforming, making this a critical match for both teams seeking points to improve their standings.
Key Factors to Consider
St. Louis City SC holds a record of 5 wins, 16 losses, and 6 draws (21 points) in the season, showing struggle but home advantage might aid their performance. Houston Dynamo has 7 wins, 12 losses, and 8 draws, slightly better but also inconsistent. Both teams have had defensive vulnerabilities contributing to high scoring games.
Recent direct encounters show balanced competition but no dominance, with prior matchups closely contested indicating a potentially tight game.
No explicit injury reports are provided from the current data; ongoing squad statuses appear stable with key players available for both sides.
The match being at St. Louis City's home venue, Energizer Park, favors the home side. Weather or other conditions are not specified but could generally impact play if adverse.
Both teams are motivated to secure points late in the season due to their subpar standings. St. Louis City SC may have slightly higher motivation playing at home and trying to reverse their fortunes.
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Houston Dynamo: 200, St. Louis City SC: 115, Draw: 280
St. Louis City SC to win
β β β ββ 65%
Spread
Houston Dynamo: -0.5 @ -147, St. Louis City SC: +50 @ 110
St. Louis City SC to win by at least one goal
β β β ββ 60%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 131, Under 3.5: -175
Under 3.5 goals
β β β β β 70%
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St. Louis City SC 18%
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N/A
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Under 3.5 -6%
π₯ Best Value Pick: St. Louis City SC at 18% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given home advantage and need for results, St. Louis City SC is favored to secure a narrow win, though a draw remains plausible. Houston Dynamoβs resilience and better record in recent matches imply they will compete strongly.
The upcoming MLS match features Vancouver Whitecaps FC hosting St. Louis City SC, with Vancouver historically having the upper hand in their recent encounters. Both teams have shown strong defensive and offensive capabilities, leading to relatively high scoring games averaged around 3.8 total goals per match in their meetings. Vancouver is favored at home with better recent form and slightly more efficient scoring.
Key Factors to Consider
Vancouver Whitecaps FC have won 3 of the last 6 encounters against St. Louis City SC, scoring 12 goals to St. Louis's 7, averaging 2.0 points per game in their head-to-head. Recently, Vancouverβs form shows 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss with approximately 1.8 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match. St. Louis City SC has won 3 of their last 5 games, scoring 1.2 goals per match but conceding 2.2, indicating some defensive vulnerability.
In their 6 matches since 2023, Vancouver leads with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss. The head-to-head also features a high incidence of games with total goals over 3, approximately 80% of the time, demonstrating an attacking approach from both sides.
No specific injury data is provided in the current dataset. However, disciplinary stats show St. Louis players like Conrad Wallem and Alfredo Morales have accrued multiple cards, which could impact team selection or aggressiveness.
The match is played in Vancouver, giving Whitecaps home advantage. Weather or pitch conditions are not detailed, but typical August climate in Vancouver is mild, favorable for both teamsβ playing styles.
Vancouver Whitecaps might be motivated to maintain dominance at home and strengthen their lead in head-to-head records. St. Louis City SC, despite some recent defensive issues, will look to capitalize on their recent wins to challenge Vancouver's supremacy.
Odds and Predictions
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Confidence
Moneyline
Vancouver Whitecaps FC: -188, St. Louis City SC: 420, Draw: 360
Vancouver Whitecaps FC to win
β β β β β 75%
Spread
Vancouver Whitecaps FC (-1.5): 129, St. Louis City SC (+1.5): -172
Vancouver Whitecaps FC to cover -1.5 spread
β β β ββ 65%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 113, Under 3.5: -152
Over 3.5 goals
β β β β β 70%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Vancouver Whitecaps FC -5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 3.5 45%
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 3.5 at 45% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 39.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Vancouver Whitecaps FC are favored to win moderately with a high probability of goals over 3.5, given their historical edge, home advantage, and recent form data. The game is expected to be competitive but with Vancouverβs defense managing to contain St. Louisβs attack better.