The Columbus Crew welcome LAFC to Lower.com Field Saturday with the MLS Cup on the line. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Columbus Crew vs. LAFC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.
The Crew got down 2-0 early against Eastern Conference-leading FC Cincinnati on the road last Saturday but had possession for most of the game and found some luck late. They evened it at 2 and won in extra time. The Crew finished the season 12-4-1 (4 draws) at home. They scored 67 goals (1.97 per game) and allowed 46 (1.35 per game). The Crew beat Orlando City 2-0 on the road in the playoff game prior.
LAFC had a more dominant showing in their conference final, taking down the Houston Dynamo at home 2-0. They finished the season with a 4-7-6 road record. LAFC have an experienced roster. Their offense is led by F Denis Bouanga, who has tallied 20 goals in 31 matches. They scored 54 goals (1.59 per game) and allowed 39 (1.15 per game) during the regular season. LAFC beat Seattle on the road 1-0 prior to their home match against Houston.
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