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Los Angeles FC vs San Diego prediction and preview for Sunday, 16 August 2026, in the Major League Soccer. Our analysis points to Over 1.5 Goals as the best prediction for this match. Below, you will find detailed match analysis, recent form, head-to-head records, key stats, betting trends, predicted scorelines and other useful match information.

SportPremi Prediction
Prediction lost · FT 0-1Pick
Over 1.5 Goals
Confidence
85%
Risk
Low
Odds
1.18
Los Angeles FC have produced two or more goals in all 5 of their last 5 matches, while San Diego have done so in 3 of their last 5 matches. The two sides have averaged 3.2 total goals per game across those matches, which supports Over 1.5 Goals, which our model rates at 85% confidence.
Los Angeles FC form: Los Angeles FC come in with 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats from their last 5 matches, having scored 14 and conceded 2. They beat Sporting Kansas City 4-0, Real Salt Lake 3-1, Los Angeles Galaxy 3-0 and El Salvador 3-0, drew 1-1 with Vancouver Whitecaps. Their matches have produced an average of 3.2 total goals per game.
San Diego form: San Diego come in with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats from their last 5 matches, having scored 7 and conceded 9. They beat FC Dallas 1-0, drew 1-1 with Minnesota United FC and 3-3 with FC Cincinnati, but lost 1-0 to Colorado Rapids and 4-2 to Vancouver Whitecaps. Their matches have produced an average of 3.2 total goals per game.
Head-to-head: The head-to-head record reinforces the outlook. Their most recent meeting finished San Diego 2-2 Los Angeles FC, while across their last 3 meetings, San Diego have won 2 and 1 match ended in a draw.
Verdict: The recent form and goal averages point towards both teams contributing to the scoreline. On balance, Over 1.5 Goals is the most convincing option here.
Prediction: Over 1.5 Goals at 85% confidence.
Prediction based on form, head-to-head and statistical analysis. It is not a guarantee.
Recent results and performance summary for both teams.
Los Angeles FC
0
Los Angeles FC wins
1
Draws
2
San Diego wins
Last meeting: San Diego 2-2 Los Angeles FC · 2026
Betting outcomes from both teams’ last 5 matches.
Los Angeles FC
Last 5 MatchesSan Diego
Last 5 Matches5/5 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals
(Matches with 2+ goals)
3/5 (60%)
2/5 (40%)
BTTS
Based on our statistical goal model.
Best Pick
Over 1.5 Goals
Model Confidence
85%
Los Angeles FC and San Diego have combined for 3.2 goals per game across their last five matches. 3 of their last 3 meetings produced at least two goals. Our model rates Over 1.5 Goals at 85% confidence. Overall, Over 1.5 Goals looks the best-supported option for this game.
Our recommended prediction is Over 1.5 Goals, which SportPremi's model rates at 85% confidence based on recent form and goal data, including head-to-head record.
Los Angeles FC have the stronger win case based on their recent results. They have won 4 of their last 5 matches, compared with 1 win for San Diego.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 03:30 on Sunday, 16 August 2026.
This fixture is played in the Major League Soccer, USA.
Prediction based on form, H2H and stats. Analysis, not a guarantee. 18+ | Gamble Responsibly.
Premier League
4
Wins
14
Goals Scored
2
Goals Conceded
San Diego
1
Wins
7
Goals Scored
9
Goals Conceded
(Both Teams To Score)
3/5 (60%)
2/5 (40%)
Failed to Keep Clean Sheet
(Conceded 1+ goal)
4/5 (80%)
4/5 (80%)
Wins
(Matches won)
1/5 (20%)
2
in last 5
Goals Conceded
(Total)
9
in last 5
What this means
Los Angeles FC have seen Over 1.5 goals in all 5 of their last 5 matches, while San Diego have done the same in 3 of their last 5. San Diego have also failed to keep a clean sheet in 4 of their last 5 matches.
Based on each team’s last 5 completed matches in all competitions.
Based on recent form, head-to-head and our statistical goal model.
Based on their last 5 matches, Los Angeles FC have the stronger record, with 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats, scoring 14 and conceding 2. That compares with San Diego, who have 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats, scoring 7 and conceding 9.
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