Match Prediction
Match Prediction
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If you’re looking for a smart Austin vs Los Angeles FC prediction ahead of their Major League Soccer meeting on October 13, 2025, you’ve come to the right place. Both teams are eyeing playoff spots, but their recent form and squad news suggest this could be a fascinating battle with plenty of betting angles. Let’s break it all down in simple terms, so you can make the best picks for your bets.
Austin FC are gearing up for their final regular season home game, and it’s set to be a big night at Q2 Stadium with a special “Noche Verde” celebration. The mood, however, is a bit mixed. Austin have already clinched a playoff spot for only the second time in their history, but they’re coming off a rough patch—three straight losses, including a tough U.S. Open Cup final defeat. Their recent run: 4 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws in the last 10 games, with an average of 1.8 goals scored and 1.9 conceded per match.
Key man Owen Wolff has been everywhere—left wing, attacking midfield, even as a second striker—and was just voted into the MLS 22 Under 22 list. Goalkeeper Brad Stuver has been rock solid, while Myrto Uzuni leads the scoring charts with six goals. But here’s the kicker: Austin will be missing several big names due to international duty, including Uzuni, Dani Pereira, Oleksandr Svatok, and Julio Cascante. Injuries are also piling up, with striker Brandon Vazquez out for the season and a couple more sidelined. On the bright side, defender Guilherme Biro is back from suspension.
Tactically, coach Nico Estévez likes to keep things tight at the back with a compact four-man defense, but encourages his fullbacks to push forward in attack. In possession, Austin often morph into a 3-5-2, letting Uzuni drift inside and overload the box. But with so many absentees, their usual game plan might need a rethink.
On the other side, Los Angeles FC (or just LAFC, for short) are flying high. They’re on a six-game winning streak in MLS, with three clean sheets in a row. Even without some international stars, they just beat Toronto FC 2-0. Denis Bouanga is the main man up front, and LAFC’s squad value (€66.47m) dwarfs Austin’s (€45.05m), showing their depth and quality. LAFC are currently third in the Western Conference and hungry for a top finish.
Looking at the head to head, the last time these two met (back in July 2025), it ended in a goalless draw. Historically, these matches have been tight, but LAFC’s superior squad depth could make the difference this time, especially with Austin’s absences.
The betting odds suggest LAFC are slight favorites, and that lines up with our analysis.
Here’s what our AI model says for the Austin vs Los Angeles FC prediction:
The expected final score? 1-2 in favor of LAFC. Our model also predicts LAFC will have slightly less possession (48%) but more shots (12 vs 8) and more on-target efforts (5 vs 2). Expect 4 corners each, and a disciplined game with just a few yellow cards.
With Austin missing key players and LAFC in red-hot form, the smart money is on LAFC to avoid defeat (X2), and there’s solid value in backing the away win outright. Over 2.5 total goals also looks tempting, given both teams’ attacking styles and defensive gaps. For those looking for a bold bet, a 1-2 away win fits the stats and recent trends.
That wraps up our Austin vs Los Angeles FC prediction for this crucial MLS match. Whether you’re betting on the 1x2 market, total goals, or just following the action, keep these tips in mind for smarter, data-driven decisions.
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X2 -238
Los Angeles FC to win or draw with odds of -2382 138
Los Angeles FC is expected to win with odds of 138Over 2.5 -132
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -167
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 -154
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
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 Los A |
30-Oct-25
2:1
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| Austin |
13-Oct-25
1:0
| Los A |
| Los A |
15-Mar-25
0:1
| Austin |
| Los A |
19-Sep-24
1:1
| Austin |
| Los A |
08-Aug-24
2:0
| Austin |
| Austin |
20-Jun-24
1:1
| Los A |
| Austin |
08-Oct-23
2:4
| Los A |
| Los A |
09-Apr-23
3:0
| Austin |
| Los A |
30-Oct-22
3:0
| Austin |
| Austin |
27-Aug-22
4:1
| Los A |
USA - Major League Soccer| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
San Diego | 34 | 64-41 | 63 |
| 2 |
Vancouver | 34 | 66-38 | 63 |
| 3 |
Los Angeles FC | 34 | 65-40 | 60 |
| 4 |
Minnesota United | 34 | 56-39 | 58 |
| 5 |
Seattle | 34 | 58-48 | 55 |
| 6 |
Austin | 34 | 37-45 | 47 |
| 7 |
FC Dallas | 34 | 52-55 | 44 |
| 8 |
Portland | 34 | 41-48 | 44 |
| 9 |
Real Salt Lake | 34 | 38-49 | 41 |
| 10 |
San Jose | 34 | 60-63 | 41 |
| 11 |
Colorado | 34 | 44-56 | 41 |
| 12 |
Houston Dynamo | 34 | 43-56 | 37 |
| 13 |
St. Louis City | 34 | 44-58 | 32 |
| 14 |
Los Angeles | 34 | 46-66 | 30 |
| 15 |
Sporting Kansas | 34 | 46-70 | 28 |
