LAFC Faces Colorado Rapids in Crucial MLS Showdown

LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles FC (LAFC) will host Colorado Rapids on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at BMO Stadium, aiming to improve their standings in the MLS. With LAFC at 6-5-4 and Colorado at 6-4-6, both teams are looking to secure vital points as the season progresses.

LAFC comes into the match priced at -196, with the Rapids set at +162. The betting total is established at 3 goals. Hugo Lloris will be the starting goalkeeper for Los Angeles, while Nicholas Hansen will guard the net for Colorado.

This season, LAFC has achieved a goal total of 27 while conceding 22, resulting in a goal difference of 5. Their xG (expected goals) stands at 24.4 and their xGA (expected goals against) is at 18.1. With a clean sheet rate of 33.3%, LAFC has recorded 5 shutouts this season.

In contrast, the Colorado Rapids have a goal total of 18 along with a -4 goal differential. Their xG is 21.5, and they sit with a clean sheet rate of 31.3%. Colorado has conceded 22 goals to this point, with a save percentage of 72.5%.

Hugo Lloris boasts 123 saves in his career with a 69.5% save rate, while Nicholas Hansen has 11 saves and a save percentage of 73.3% over his appearances this season.

Denis Bouanga of LAFC is expected to play a key role. He has notched 17 assists and scored 48 goals over his professional career. For the Rapids, Rafael Navarro has tallied 21 goals and can prove to be a challenge for the LAFC defense.

As both teams gear up for the match, Tony Sink from the sports analysis team recommends betting on LAFC at +162 for a potential edge. This game is crucial for both teams looking to solidify their positions in the playoff race.