New York City FC vs Los Angeles: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

The MLS enters its decisive stretch. New York City FC and Los Angeles face each other this 18/10, at Yankee Stadium, at 00:30.

New York City FC take to the pitch with 8 win(s) and 1.18 points per match in the league. Meanwhile, Los Angeles have 11 win(s) and 1.45 points per match. Los Angeles have a 38.91% chance of winning according to the betting sites.

See how the teams' week went, find out where to watch the match, check the line-ups and read the prediction for New York City FC vs Los Angeles before betting.

Overview New York City FC vs Los Angeles

Los Angeles are favourites, with a 38.91% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) win are at 2.57 and a draw at 3.89.

In the Major League Soccer, New York City FC have 8 win(s), 9 draw(s) and 11 defeat(s), with 42 goal(s) scored and 38 conceded. The top scorer is Nicolás Fernández, with 15 goal(s). On the other side, Los Angeles have 11 win(s), 9 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 44 goal(s) scored and 31 conceded. Denis Bouanga is the top scorer with 15 goal(s).

In the last 3 clashes between New York City FC and Los Angeles, all had under 9.5 corners.

New York City FC have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against Los Angeles.

New York City FC are winless in 3 matches in the competition.

New York City FC have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the competition.

Los Angeles are winless in 4 matches in the competition.

Los Angeles have conceded goals in their last 4 matches in the league.

In the last 3 matches involving Los Angeles, the first half had 0 or 1 goal.

Head-to-head between New York City FC and Los Angeles

In 4 clashes between New York City FC and Los Angeles, the record is balanced: 1 win(s) for each side and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 02/03/2025, in the MLS. Score: Los Angeles 1-0 New York City FC.

A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for New York City FC vs Los Angeles even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.

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New York City FC: current form

New York City FC are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.

See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:

8 win(s), 9 draw(s), 11 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.18 point(s) per match

42 goals scored (1.5 per match)

Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (15 goal(s))

Los Angeles: current form

For the visitors, Los Angeles have played 29 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

• 11 win(s), 9 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.45 point(s) per match
• 44 goals scored (1.52 per match)
• Top scorer: Denis Bouanga (15 goal(s))

New York City FC vs Los Angeles key players

In the MLS, Nicolás Fernández carries New York City Football Club's attack with 15 goal(s).

The playmaker is Agustin Ojeda, leading in assists with 10. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has 15 goal(s).

On the other side, Denis Bouanga is the name that frightens the most for The Black & Gold with 15 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Heung-Min Son leads in assists with 10. In the whole season, Denis Bouanga has accumulated 15 goal(s).

New York City FC vs Los Angeles statistics in the MLS

New York City FC have an average of 8.64 corners and 1.68 cards per match. Los Angeles have 11.38 corners and 1.93 cards. The statistics for New York City FC vs Los Angeles are in the table below.

New York City FC

Home

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Los Angeles

Away

DLDLW

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.18
  PPG
  1.45
• 29%
  Wins
  38%
• 57%
  First to Score
  48%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.50
  Scored/game
  1.52
• 1.36
  Conceded/game
  1.07
• 1.34
  xG
  1.57
• 1.42
  xGA
  1.49

Trends

• 68%
  Both Score
  45%
• 18%
  Clean Sheet
  45%
• 18%
  Failed to Score
  21%

Correct score prediction for New York City FC vs Los Angeles

Los Angeles are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: New York City FC 0-1 Los Angeles. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.

Where to watch New York City FC vs Los Angeles

Check out where to watch the live match between Los Angeles and New York City FC:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for New York City FC and Los Angeles

The line-ups for New York City FC vs Los Angeles in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

New York City Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) line-up

The Los Angeles starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for New York City FC vs Los Angeles

Match: New York City FC vs Los Angeles

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Yankee Stadium

Broadcast: none scheduled

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