San Jose Earthquakes vs Los Angeles FC: Odds, Picks and What to Expect | OneFootball

San Jose sits 9th in the West on 35 points, fighting to keep playoff hopes alive. Their creative heartbeat remains Cristian Espinoza, while striker Chicho Arango faces his old club in a storyline matchup.

LAFC arrives in 5th place with 41 points, and all eyes are on their dynamic attack. Son Heung-min has added global star power, pairing with Denis Bouanga, one of the most consistent finishers in the league. Together, they tilt the odds firmly toward the visitors

Son Heung-min celebrated his first MLS goal with LAFC (Crystal Rincón / Pitchside US)

📊 Betting Odds

🔮 Picks & Predictions

With playoff implications on the line, we will likely see a high level of intensity from both sides, goals, and a few storylines worth watching well beyond 90 minutes like the battle between legendary coach Bruce Arena and Steve Cherundolo, who announced his departure from LAFC months ago but remains in control of the Black and Gold.

🧠 Probable Lineups

San Jose EarthquakesProbable Lineup: Daniel, Daniel Munie, Bruno Wilson, Dave Romney, J. Ricketts, R. Vieira, Ian Harkes, DeJuan Jones, C. Espinoza, J. Martinez, C. Arango

Coach: Bruce Arena

Out: : D Vitor Costa (Q), D Reid Roberts (Q),

Los Angeles FCProbable Lineup: Hugo Lloris, Eddie Segura, Nkosi Tafari, R Porteous, A. Smolyakov, M. Choiniere, M. Delgado, S. Palencia, L D. Bouanga, R David Martinez (Q), Son Heung-Min

Coach: Steve Cherundolo

Out: F L. Dellavalle (Q), J. Ebobisse (Q), D Martinez Moralea (Q) Nathan Ordaz (Q) Igor Jesus (Out)