DC United vs Los Angeles FC
DC United and LAFC settle for stalemate
Neither side could find a breakthrough in a goalless draw.
DC United and Los Angeles FC played out a 0-0 draw in their Major League Soccer clash, with neither team managing to score. This result defied Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a 3-2 win for the home side, proving that sometimes the net just refuses to bulge.
Outcome probability
As the MLS regular season rolls on, DC United and Los Angeles FC prepare to face off in what promises to be a closely contested match. Both teams have shown attacking intent this season, setting the stage for a high-scoring affair.
Match factors
Baribo's scoring form vs LAFC defense
Baribo's 11 goals this season and strong home scoring make him a key threat against LAFC's defense, which concedes 1.0 goals per game
LAFC's creative midfield weakened by Martínez absence
Martínez is out injured, reducing LAFC's midfield creativity and goal threat, impacting their attacking dynamics
Kurokawa's assist rate above league average for defenders
Kurokawa's 4 assists in 19 games exceed the league average for defenders (0.58 assists per player), boosting DC United's chance creation
DC United's recent scoring streak at home
DC United have scored in 4 of their last 5 home games, supporting the predicted 3 goals in this match
Martínez confirmed out for LAFC
LAFC's key midfielder Martínez is confirmed out, limiting their attacking options and assist potential
The context
Los Angeles FC currently sit third in their league with 34 points from 21 games, reflecting a solid campaign with 10 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses. DC United's league position isn't specified, but their recent home scoring form suggests they are no pushovers. The absence of LAFC's key midfielder Martínez due to injury could tilt the midfield battle and impact their attacking creativity.
Key insights
T. Baribo
DC United
Baribo's 11 goals this season and strong home scoring make him a key threat against LAFC's defence, which concedes 1.0 goals per game.
Major League Soccer 26/2711 goals, 16 apps, 0.69 goals/game
D. Bouanga
Los Angeles FC
Bouanga is LAFC's top scorer with 10 goals, but the absence of Martínez reduces LAFC's midfield creativity and goal threat.
Major League Soccer 26/2710 goals, 19 apps, 0.53 goals/game
K. Kurokawa
DC United
Kurokawa's 4 assists in 19 games exceed the league average for defenders, boosting DC United's chance creation.
Major League Soccer 26/274 assists, 19 apps, 0.21 assists/game
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D. Martínez
Los Angeles FC
Martínez is out injured, limiting LAFC's attacking options and assist potential.
Major League Soccer 26/276 goals before injury
Analysis
DC United's top scorer, T. Baribo, has been in fine form with 11 goals in 16 games, boasting a strong home scoring record that makes him a significant threat against LAFC's defence, which concedes around one goal per game. Meanwhile, LAFC's main attacking outlet, D. Bouanga, has 10 goals in 19 games but will miss the creative spark of Martínez, who is sidelined with injury. DC United's K. Kurokawa also provides an edge with his above-average assist rate for a defender, enhancing their chance creation. The predicted 3-2 scoreline reflects the attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities on both sides.
Key facts
- 1.Los Angeles FC are third in the league with 34 points from 21 games (W10 D4 L7).
- 2.T. Baribo leads DC United with 11 goals in 16 games, averaging 0.69 goals per game.
- 3.D. Bouanga is LAFC's top scorer with 10 goals in 19 games, averaging 0.53 goals per game.
- 4.Martínez is confirmed out for LAFC, impacting their midfield creativity and goal threat.
- 5.DC United have scored in 4 of their last 5 home games, showing strong recent form.
- 6.K. Kurokawa leads DC United with 4 assists in 19 games, above average for defenders.
- 7.LAFC's defence concedes approximately 1.0 goals per game, making them vulnerable at the back.
Prediction
The forecast is for a narrow home win with DC United edging out Los Angeles FC 3-2. Expect a lively encounter with goals from Baribo and contributions from key playmakers. LAFC will fight hard but may struggle to overcome the home side's attacking momentum, especially without Martínez.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — DC United
Away — Los Angeles FC
The verdict
In what should be an entertaining MLS fixture, DC United's home scoring prowess and LAFC's injury woes could be decisive. Fans can look forward to a match filled with goals and drama, with the home side just about prevailing in a 3-2 thriller.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Hopkins
Segura
Ebobisse
Servania
Ordaz
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 24 | 14 | 4 | 6 | +30 | 46 |
| 5 |  St. Louis City | 25 | 11 | 8 | 6 | +7 | 41 |
| 6 |  Los Angeles FC | 26 | 11 | 7 | 8 | +14 | 40 |
| 7 |  Colorado Rapids | 25 | 11 | 2 | 12 | +1 | 35 |
Match Statistics
DC United
4-3-3Starting XI
- 1S. JohnsonG
- 2K. NonoD
- 3L. BartlettD
- 4M. PeltolaM
- 6K. KurokawaD
- 7PeglowM
- 11L. MunteanuF
- 21A. DozzellD
- 22N. OrdazF
- 23B. ServaniaM
- 25J. HopkinsF
Substitutes
- 8J. StroudM
- 13S. NealisD
- 26A. BonoG
- 27Nikola MarkovicD
- 32O. AvilezF
- 40K. CastilloM
- 48Gavin TurnerM
- 77Hosei KijimaM
Los Angeles FC
4-3-3Starting XI
- 1H. LlorisG
- 4E. SeguraM
- 5R. PorteousD
- 7Son Heung-MinF
- 8M. DelgadoM
- 17J. EbobisseF
- 23Y. CheberkoD
- 24R. HollingsheadD
- 33A. LongD
- 66M. ChoinièreM
- 99D. BouangaF
Substitutes
- 19T. BoydF
- 21R. RaposoM
- 22Jude TerryM
- 31Cabral CarterG
- 44C. DiazD
- 45Kenny NielsenD
- 90Tommy MihalicF
- 91N. TafariD
DC United
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimito Nono | D | 91 | 7.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| João Peglow | M | 91 | 7.0 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1/1 |
| Andre Dozzell | D | 91 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lucas Bartlett(C) | D | 91 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Matti Peltola | M | 91 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| Jackson Hopkins | F | 77 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| Keisuke Kurokawa | D | 91 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/3 |
| Sean Johnson | G | 91 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nathan Ordaz | F | 91 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 4 | 0/1 |
| Brandon Servania | M | 86 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| Louis Munteanu | F | 91 | 6.3 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Oscar Avilez | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alex Bono | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sean Nealis | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jared Stroud | M | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kamil Castillo | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nikola Markovic | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gavin Turner | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hosei Kijima | M | 14 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/4 |
Los Angeles FC
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugo Lloris | G | 91 | 8.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yevhen Cheberko | D | 91 | 7.7 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 2/3 |
| Aaron Long(C) | D | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ryan Porteous | D | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Mark Delgado | M | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| Ryan Hollingshead | D | 91 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Son Heung-min | F | 91 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3/7 |
| Eddie Segura | M | 77 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Mathieu Choinière | M | 91 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1/1 |
| Denis Bouanga | F | 91 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0/2 |
| Jeremy Ebobisse | F | 81 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Christian Diaz | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kenny Nielsen | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cabral Carter | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tommy Mihalic | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nkosi Tafari | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ryan Raposo | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tyler Boyd | F | 10 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jude Terry | M | 14 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |