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The LA Galaxy look to hand the visiting Los Angeles FC its first loss of the 2022 MLS Season when the teams resume their rivalry, known as El Trafico, on Saturday. The Galaxy (3-0-2) have recorded five wins and five draws in 13 meetings with LAFC after going 1-2-0 in the 2021 season series. Third in the Western Conference, the Galaxy posted a 3-1 victory against Portland last Sunday. The LAFC (4-1-0) leads the West and is one of three remaining unbeaten teams after defeating Orlando City SC 4-2 last weekend.

Kickoff at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Both sides are listed at +155 (risk $100 to win $155) on the 90-minute money line in the latest LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC odds from Caesars Sportsbook. A draw is listed at +270 and the over-under for total goals scored is 2.5, with the over juiced to -170. Before making any Los Angeles FC vs. LA Galaxy picks, you need to see what SportsLine soccer insider Brandt Sutton has to say.

Sutton, a former collegiate soccer player, has been SportsLine's top soccer editor for nearly five years. He has followed soccer closely for much longer and factors in managerial tactics, projected lineups and past performances to make the most informed decisions possible, keeping his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe. Sutton also has been on a roll with his best bets, going 11-3 in his last 14 soccer picks, returning over $600 for $100 bettors during that span.

Now, Sutton has broken down the LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC matchup from every angle and just revealed his MLS picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Los Angeles FC vs. LA Galaxy:

  • LA Galaxy vs. LAFC spread: Galaxy -0.5 (+150)
  • LA Galaxy vs. LAFC over-under: 2.5 goals (over -170, under +140)
  • LA Galaxy vs. LAFC money line: Galaxy +160, LAFC +160, Draw +260 
  • LA: Chicharito has scored 23 goals in 38 career matches with the Galaxy 
  • LAFC: The LAFC lead the league with a plus-9 goal differential

Why you should back LA Galaxy

The Galaxy have been powered offensively by Chicharito, who is tied for second in the league with a team-high four goals. The 33-year-old Mexican striker was named MLS Player of the Week after recording his fourth career brace in the victory against the Timbers. It was the fifth multi-goal performance as a member of the Galaxy for Chicharito, who finished tied for second in the league with 17 tallies last year.

The Galaxy also have received goals this season from midfielders Efrain Alvarez and Douglas Costa. Alvarez recorded two tallies and three assists in 26 matches in 2021 while Costa, who is on loan from Juventus of Italy's Serie A, is in his first MLS season. Forward Raheem Edwards, who spent last season with the Los Angeles FC, hasn't scored a goal since 2019 with the Chicago Fire but leads the league with four assists this year.

Why you should back Los Angeles FC

The club is tied for the MLS lead with 13 goals this season, with eight different players netting tallies. Carlos Vela is first on the team and tied for second in league with four, including a hat trick against Colorado in the season opener. The 33-year-old Mexican winger, who has recorded 61 tallies in 91 career games with the LAFC, is one shy of matching his total in 20 contests last year.

Defender Ryan Hollingshead has scored twice in his first season with the LAFC after spending eight with FC Dallas. Forward Kwadwo Opoku, who failed to tally in seven matches over the previous two seasons, has notched his first two MLS goals in 2022. Forward Cristian Arango is ready to erupt as he has yet to score this season after leading the team with 14 tallies in 17 games last year.

How to make LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC picks

Sutton has analyzed the LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC match from all sides, and he is going over on the goal total. He also provides another confident best bet and has a full breakdown of the match. He's only sharing his expert MLS picks at SportsLine.

So who wins LAFC vs. LA Galaxy in Saturday's MLS matchup? And where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for the LA Galaxy vs. LAFC match, all from the soccer expert on an 11-3 run on his last 14 soccer picks, and find out.