Kickoff: LAFC vs. San Jose is officially scheduled for April 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET Venue: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California

(Note: The user‑requested date of April 18 is one day earlier than the official match listing.)

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. BMO Stadium is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Los Angeles conditions: mild, dry, light breeze — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

Los Angeles FC

Unavailable players:

Thomas Hasal — concussion

Amin Boudri — leg injury

Stephen Eustáquio — leg injury

Igor Jesus — cruciate ligament injury

Aaron Long — Achilles tendon injury

San Jose Earthquakes

Unavailable players:

Timo Werner — muscle injury

Vítor Costa — knock

DeJuan Jones — Achilles tendon injury

Team Records & Recent Form

San Jose Earthquakes (6‑1‑0)

San Jose enter as one of MLS’s hottest teams.

5 wins in last 6 matches (only 1 loss)

Recent results:

3–0 vs San Diego FC

1–0 vs Vancouver

1–0 vs Philadelphia

3–1 vs Sporting KC

0–1 vs Seattle

Goals:

1.7 goals scored per match

0.2 goals conceded per match (elite defensive form)

2 clean sheets in last 6

Los Angeles FC (5‑1‑1)

LAFC remain a top‑tier Western Conference contender.

4 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in last 6

Recent results:

2–1 loss vs Portland

3–0 win vs Cruz Azul

6–0 win vs Orlando

2–1 win vs Alajuelense

2–1 win vs Sporting KC

Goals:

2.3 goals scored per match

0.5 goals conceded per match

Team Statistical Profile

LAFC

Over 2.5 goals: 4 of last 6 matches

Both teams to score: 2 of last 6

San Jose

Under 2.5 goals: 4 of last 6

Both teams to score: 0 of last 6 (elite defensive consistency)

First to score: 5 of last 6

Series History

LAFC lead the all‑time head‑to‑head: 14 wins to 7, with 1 draw.

LAFC have won 11 of the last 17 meetings.

This is historically an LAFC‑favored rivalry, but San Jose enter in superior form.

Key Player Matchups

LAFC

Heung‑Min Son — MLS leader in assists (6) and big‑chance assists (15). A major creative force.

Jude Terry — scored in the recent match vs Portland.

LAFC’s attack is polished, high‑tempo, and efficient.

San Jose Earthquakes

Niko Tsakiris — scored twice vs San Diego.

Preston Judd — consistent scoring threat.

San Jose’s defensive unit is the best in MLS right now (1 goal conceded in 6 matches).

Betting Trends

LAFC

Strong home form

High‑scoring matches (4 of last 6 over 2.5)

Historically dominant vs San Jose

San Jose

Best defensive record in MLS (0.2 GA per match)

5 wins in last 6

Low‑scoring matches (4 of last 6 under 2.5)

MATCH ODDS

San Jose Earthquakes    + 400

Los Angeles FC                  – 185

Draw                                     + 320

Over 3.5 + 115                  Under 3.5 – 150

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, April 18, 2026

Kickoff: 6:30 PM local time Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. Lumen Field is an open‑air stadium, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Seattle conditions: cool, cloudy, and breezy — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

None of the retrieved sources provided injury lists for either club. This preview therefore focuses on form, tactical structure, and statistical indicators.

Team Records & Recent Form

Seattle Sounders FC (4‑1‑1)

Seattle enter this match in excellent form, one of the strongest teams in MLS right now.

Recent results:

0–1 win vs Houston Dynamo

2–1 win vs Vancouver Whitecaps

1–0 win vs San Jose

0–0 vs Minnesota

0–2 loss vs Tigres (CONCACAF)

Form summary: 3 wins in last 5 MLS matches

Strengths:

Fluid wing play

Strong defensive structure

Excellent home form

League position: 5th in MLS playoff zone (per match facts)

St. Louis City SC (1‑3‑3)

St. Louis enter in inconsistent form, struggling to find rhythm.

Recent results:

1–1 vs FC Dallas

1–1 vs NYCFC

3–1 win vs New England

0–2 loss vs LAFC

0–1 loss vs Seattle (previous meeting)

Form summary: Only 1 win in last 5

Weaknesses:

Midfield control issues

Reliance on counterattacks

Difficulty breaking down organized defenses

Team Statistical Comparison

(From official match preview stats)

Seattle defend more (higher clearances), while St. Louis generate slightly more attacking volume but with less efficiency.

Series History

Last 5 head‑to‑head meetings: Seattle have won 4.

Most recent meeting: Seattle 1–0 St. Louis (March 7, 2026).

Seattle have historically matched up well against St. Louis’ transitional style.

Key Player Matchups

Seattle Sounders FC

Wing play is central to Seattle’s tactical identity.

Midfield control and pressing shape have been decisive in recent wins.

Goalkeeping: Strong save numbers (3.8 per match).

St. Louis City SC

Attacking volume: More shots and shots on target than Seattle.

Midfield creativity: Higher passing accuracy and xG.

Defensive concern: Low clearance numbers indicate pressure under sustained attacks.

Betting Trends

Seattle Sounders

3 wins in last 5 matches

Strong home form

Historically dominant vs St. Louis

St. Louis City SC

Only 1 win in last 5

Inconsistent performances

Struggle against high‑pressing, organized teams like Seattle

MATCH ODDS

St. Louis City SC                + 380

Seattle Sounders FC        – 145

Draw                                     + 255

Over 2.5 – 145                   Under 2.5 + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 9:30 PM ET Venue: America First Field, Sandy, Utah

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. America First Field is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Utah conditions: cool, dry evening with light mountain winds — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

The only confirmed absences come from Wincomparator’s match sheet:

San Diego FC absentees: D. Yedlin, J. Arias, K. Henry, E. Eneli, Z. Booth, T. Wolff, A. Piol, C. McVey, A. Reyes, K. Sargeant, A. Alvarado

Real Salt Lake: No specific injuries listed in retrieved sources.

Team Records & Recent Form

Real Salt Lake (4‑1‑1)

4 wins in last 5 matches — one of the hottest teams in MLS.

Recent results:

3–1 vs Sporting KC

2–2 vs San Diego FC

2–1 vs Austin FC

3–2 vs Atlanta United

2–1 vs Seattle Sounders

Standings: 4th in Western Conference, two points ahead of San Diego FC.

Style: High‑volume attack, strong chance creation, and excellent home form.

San Diego FC (3‑2‑2)

Only 1 win in last 5 matches — inconsistent form.

Recent results:

0–3 vs San Jose

2–2 vs Real Salt Lake

0–4 vs Toluca

3–3 vs FC Dallas

3–2 vs Toluca

Standings: 7th–8th range in Western Conference.

Style: Technical, possession‑heavy 4‑3‑3 with strong midfield control but defensive volatility.

Team Statistical Comparison

(From Wincomparator’s last‑six‑matches dataset)

Both teams trend heavily toward high‑scoring matches, with Real Salt Lake showing the stronger attack and more stable defense.

Series History

Last meeting: 2–2 draw on March 22, 2026.

Last 3 H2H:

RSL win: 1

Draw: 1

San Diego win: 1

Goals: 6–6 (avg. 2–2 per match)

This is a balanced rivalry with goals on both sides.

Key Player Matchups

Real Salt Lake

Diego Luna — creative hub in the 5‑4‑1 system.

M. Ingvartsen & L. Morgan — primary scoring threats.

Back line (Glad, Quinton, Engel) — strong in duels and set‑piece defense.

San Diego FC

A. Dreyer, O. Valakari, D. Vázquez — midfield trio driving possession and chance creation.

A. Mighten & B. Zamble — pacey wide threats off the bench.

Defensive concern: 2.33 goals conceded per match in last six.

Betting Trends

Real Salt Lake

4 wins in last 5.

Strong home advantage.

High‑scoring matches (83% over 2.5).

San Diego FC

Only 1 win in last 5.

Defensive instability (2.33 GA per match).

BTTS hits in 50% of matches.

Shared Trend

Both teams average 3.3–3.8 total goals per match in recent form.

MATCH ODDS

San Diego FC                      + 225

Real Salt Lake                    + 100

Draw                                     + 265

Over 2.5 – 180                   Under 2.5 + 140

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 8:30 PM ET Venue: Providence Park, Portland, Oregon

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. Providence Park is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Portland conditions: cool, damp, and breezy — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

None of the retrieved sources provided injury lists for either club. This preview therefore focuses on form, tactical structure, and statistical indicators.

Team Records & Recent Form

Minnesota United FC (3‑2‑2)

Minnesota enter the match in better overall form, with a strong start to 2026 despite volatility.

ATS record: 4‑3 (13th)

Recent results:

2–1 win at San Diego FC (Apr 11)

2–1 win at LA Galaxy (Apr 4)

0–0 draw vs Seattle (Mar 22)

0–6 loss at Vancouver (Mar 15)

1–3 loss at Nashville (Mar 7)

Goals scored: 8

Goal difference: –5

Style: Under new coach Cam Knowles, Minnesota are shifting to a higher defensive line, quicker transitions, and a 4‑3‑3 emphasizing wide pace (Yeboah, Hlongwane).

Portland Timbers (2‑4‑1)

Portland have struggled significantly, especially defensively.

ATS record: 3‑2‑2 (16th)

Recent results:

2–1 win vs LAFC (Apr 11)

2–3 loss at Vancouver (Apr 4)

1–1 draw vs LA Galaxy (Mar 22)

2–3 loss at Houston (Mar 14)

1–4 loss vs Vancouver (Mar 7)

Goals scored: 11

Goal difference: –5

Form trend: Winless in 4 of last 5; defensive instability remains a major issue.

Team Statistical Comparison

(From OddsTrader matchup data)

Minnesota generate more shots on target, while Portland create more possession and slightly more goal output, but both share the same –5 goal differential.

Series History

Last meeting: 1–1 draw on Aug 30, 2025 (total under 2.5).

Last 5 meetings:

1–1 (2025)

1–1 (2025)

3–2 Portland (2024)

2–1 Minnesota (2024)

4–1 Minnesota (2023)

Minnesota lead the all‑time MLS H2H 10 wins to 5, with 4 draws.

Key Player Matchups

Minnesota United FC

James Rodríguez — marquee signing, central to buildup and creativity.

Kelvin Yeboah & Bongokuhle Hlongwane — pace and width, crucial in Knowles’ 4‑3‑3.

Adrien Hunou & Franco Fragapane — both scored in the 2–0 win over Austin; finishing threats.

Portland Timbers

Evander — primary creator; Portland’s attack flows through him.

Jonathan Rodríguez — finishing presence in the box.

Defense — has conceded 14 goals in last 5 matches; must stabilize to compete.

Betting Trends

Minnesota United

2 wins in last 5; inconsistent but higher ceiling.

Rebounded strongly after 6–0 Vancouver loss.

Strong ATS performance (4‑3).

Portland Timbers

Winless in 4 of last 5.

Conceding heavily (14 goals in last 5).

Poor ATS and SU trends on the road.

Head‑to‑Head Trends

Last two meetings ended 1–1 (both unders).

Minnesota have won 2 of last 5.

MATCH ODDS

Portland Timbers             + 295

Minnesota United FC     – 130

Draw                                     + 280

Over 3.5 + 140                  Under 3.5 – 175

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 8:30 PM ET Venue: Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas (capacity 20,500)

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. Toyota Stadium is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April North Texas conditions: warm, breezy evening — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

The only confirmed absences come from Wincomparator’s match sheet:

LA Galaxy: G. Jesus, E. Newman, A. Julio, J. Glesnes, M. Yamane, R. Puig, J. Paintsil, M. Nascimento listed as absentees.

FC Dallas: No specific injuries listed in retrieved sources.

Team Records & Recent Form

FC Dallas (3‑1‑3)

Unbeaten in last 3 MLS matches (W2, D1)

Home form: Unbeaten in five straight at Toyota Stadium (2 wins, 3 draws)

Goals: Averaging 2.14 goals per match this season

Recent notable results:

4–3 win vs Houston

4–0 win at D.C. United

Standings: 7th–9th range in Western Conference depending on source timing (12 points from 7 matches)

LA Galaxy (2‑3‑2)

Inconsistent start, but improved from previous season

Recent MLS result: 2–1 road win vs Austin FC, with Erik Thommy scoring the late winner

Potential distraction: Galaxy have a CONCACAF Champions Cup second leg midweek, affecting rotation and fatigue levels

Standings: 10th in Western Conference (8 points from 7 matches)

Team Tactical Notes

FC Dallas

Eric Quill’s side plays a patient, possession‑based system with a high defensive line and aggressive pressing.

Strong offensive identity: 2.20 goals per home match in 2026

Petar Musa is the focal point — MLS‑leading 7 goals in 7 matches, including 5 in his last 5 appearances

LA Galaxy

Greg Vanney’s 4‑3‑3 emphasizes wide play and transitional attacks.

Erik Thommy, Marco Reus, and G. Pec form the creative/attacking core.

Defensive rotation expected due to Champions Cup commitments.

Key Player Matchups

Petar Musa (DAL) vs. Galaxy Back Line

Musa is the most in‑form striker in MLS (7 goals) and the biggest threat in this match.

Galaxy’s defense has been inconsistent and is missing several players (Puig, Glesnes, Paintsil, etc.)

Erik Thommy (LAG) vs. Dallas Midfield

Scored the match‑winner vs Austin and is Galaxy’s most dynamic midfielder.

Dallas’ midfield (Delgado, Ramiro, Cappis) must control tempo to limit his influence.

Series History

60 all‑time meetings:

FC Dallas wins: 28

LA Galaxy wins: 26

Draws: 6

Goals: Dallas 104, Galaxy 98

At Toyota Stadium: Dallas have won 20 of 28 home meetings vs Galaxy — a major historical edge.

Betting Trends

FC Dallas

Unbeaten at home in 2026 (2W, 3D).

Averaging 2.20 goals per home match.

Musa scoring in nearly every match.

LA Galaxy

Only 2 wins in 7 matches.

Inconsistent defensive performances.

Champions Cup midweek match may force rotation.

Shared Trend

Both teams’ matches trend high‑scoring:

Dallas: 67% over 2.5 goals

Galaxy: 83% over 2.5 goals

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles Galaxy         + 215

FC Dallas                              + 115

Draw                                     + 240

Over 2.5 – 175                   Under 2.5 + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET Venue: Subaru Park, Chester, Pennsylvania

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. Subaru Park is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Philadelphia conditions: cool temperatures, possible wind — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

None of the retrieved sources provided injury lists for either club. This preview therefore focuses on form, tactical structure, and statistical indicators.

Team Records & Recent Form

Philadelphia Union (1‑6‑0)

Enter the match on a five‑game losing streak.

Last five results:

2–1 loss vs Charlotte

1–2 loss vs Chicago

1–1 draw vs Club América

1–3 loss vs Atlanta

0–1 loss vs Club América

Home struggles: Lost their last three home matches, scoring once and conceding four.

Goal metrics:

1.5 goals scored per match

1.5 conceded per match

Conceded in 7 straight matches

First to concede in 7 of last 8

D.C. United (2‑4‑1)

Recent results:

0–4 loss vs FC Dallas

0–0 draw vs Atlanta

2–1 win vs Chicago

1–2 loss vs Inter Miami

0–1 loss vs Austin FC

Goal metrics:

0.6 goals scored per match

1.3 conceded per match

First to concede in 6 of last 8

Under 2.5 goals in 5 of last 8

Road form: Slightly better defensively (0.67 GA in last three away matches).

Series History

Philadelphia have dominated the rivalry:

14 wins in last 20 meetings

D.C. United: 3 wins

Draws: 3

Goal differential: 55–15 (avg. 2.8 to 0.8)

Last six meetings:

Philadelphia: 4 wins

D.C. United: 1 win

Draw: 1

Key Player Matchups

Philadelphia Union

Danley Jean Jacques scored their lone goal vs Charlotte.

Attack generates 12.33 shots per home match, but finishing has been poor.

Defensive lapses have cost them repeatedly.

D.C. United

Averaging only 0.6 goals per match, struggling to create high‑quality chances.

Showed some resilience in the 0–0 draw vs Atlanta (51% possession, 4 shots on target).

Betting Trends

Philadelphia Union

On a five‑match losing streak.

Conceded first in 7 of last 8.

Over 2.5 goals in 5 of last 8.

D.C. United

Lost 4 of last 6.

Under 2.5 goals in 5 of last 8.

Scoring only 0.6 goals per match.

Head‑to‑Head Trend

Philadelphia have won 65% of last 20 vs D.C. United.

MATCH ODDS

D. C. United                       + 300

Philadelphia Union         – 120

Draw                              + 250

Over 2.5 – 110                   Under 2.5 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 18:30 local time Venue: Inter&Co Stadium, Orlando, Florida

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather forecast was provided in the sources. Inter&Co Stadium is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April Orlando conditions: warm, humid, light breeze — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

None of the retrieved sources provided injury lists for either club. This preview therefore focuses on form, tactical structure, and statistical indicators.

Team Records & Season Form

Orlando City SC (1‑5‑1)

4 points from 7 matches, ranked 28th in MLS

Recent form:

3–0 loss vs New England

5–0 loss vs Nashville

2–1 win vs CF Montréal

5–0 loss vs NYCFC

4–2 loss vs Inter Miami

Goal differential: 6 scored, 24 conceded (worst in MLS)

Home record: 1 win, 2 losses

Managerial instability: Óscar Pareja departed in March; interim coach Martín Perelman has not established a consistent style, leading to erratic performances and late‑game collapses.

Houston Dynamo FC (2‑4‑0)

6 points from 6 matches, ranked 22nd in MLS

Recent form:

6–2 loss vs Colorado

1–0 loss vs Seattle

4–3 loss vs FC Dallas

3–2 win vs Portland

2–0 loss vs LAFC

Goal differential: 10 scored, 16 conceded

Road record: 0–2–0 (no away wins)

Team Form & Tactical Notes

Orlando City SC

Began the season with a high‑pressing, high‑tempo style, but since Pareja’s departure the structure has collapsed.

Opponents frequently exploit Orlando’s disorganization, especially late in matches.

Defensive fragility: over 4.5 goals in 4 of their last 6 matches.

Houston Dynamo FC

More stable than Orlando but still inconsistent.

Strengths: counter‑attacks, transitional play, and disciplined defensive phases when settled.

Weaknesses: defensive collapses (6–2 vs Colorado), poor road form, and fatigue from a heavier match load.

Key Player Matchups

Orlando City SC

Attack has struggled to find rhythm post‑Pareja.

Midfield turnover issues have led to dangerous counterattacks for opponents.

Houston Dynamo FC

More consistent in attack (10 goals).

Vulnerable back line but capable of exploiting Orlando’s defensive chaos.

Series History

Last significant meeting: Orlando City defeated Houston in a penalty shootout (5–4) after a 1–1 draw.

Last 5 H2H: Orlando have won 1.

Betting Trends

Orlando City

Conceded 24 goals in 7 matches (worst in MLS).

Over 4.5 goals in 4 of last 6.

Only one win in last five competitive matches.

Houston Dynamo

Over 4.5 goals in 3 of last 4 matches.

No away wins this season.

Played more matches recently → potential fatigue disadvantage.

MATCH ODDS

Houston Dynamo FC       + 145

Orlando City SC                + 140

Draw                                     + 295

Over 3.5 + 135                  Under 3.5 – 170

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET Venue: Citi Field, Queens, New York

Weather Outlook (Inference)

No weather data was provided in the sources. Citi Field is an open‑air venue, so weather can influence play. Typical mid‑April New York conditions: cool temperatures, light breeze — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

New York City FC

Andrés Perea — leg injury (late April 2026)

Alonso Martínez — leg injury (early May 2026)

Malachi Jones — leg injury (mid‑April 2026)

Charlotte FC

Henry Kessler — hamstring injury (late April 2026)

Team Records & Recent Form

New York City FC (3‑2‑2)

11 points from 7 matches (4th in East)

Recent form:

1–1 vs St. Louis City

2–3 loss vs Inter Miami

3–1 win vs Colorado

5–0 win vs Orlando

2–1 win vs Philadelphia

Goal difference: +5 (13 scored, 9 conceded)

Home advantage: NYCFC unbeaten in last three home H2Hs vs Charlotte.

Charlotte FC (3‑2‑2)

11 points from 7 matches (5th in East)

Recent form:

2–1 win vs Philadelphia

6–1 win vs NY Red Bulls

0–0 vs Inter Miami

3–1 win vs Austin

0–3 loss vs LA Galaxy

Goal difference: +4 (13 scored, 9 conceded)

Series History

NYCFC vs Charlotte all‑time:

NYCFC wins: 4

Charlotte wins: 5

Draws: 2

No draws in the last 7 meetings between the clubs.

NYCFC hold the home‑field edge in recent H2Hs.

Key Player Matchups

New York City FC

M. Freese (GK) — strong recent form anchoring the back line.

Matías Pellegrini / Wolf / Fernández — dynamic wide attackers in the 4‑3‑3.

Moralez & Parks — midfield control and chance creation.

Ojeda — key transitional threat. (Players listed from predicted lineups.)

Charlotte FC

Iuri Tavares / Vargas / Abada — front‑three threats in the 4‑3‑3.

Ashley Westwood — midfield anchor and tempo controller.

Agyemang & Toffolo — defensive stability. (Players listed from predicted lineups.)

Betting Trends

NYCFC Trends

Unbeaten in last three home H2Hs vs Charlotte.

Scored 13 goals in 7 matches.

Strong home performances: 5–0 vs Orlando, 3–1 vs Colorado.

Charlotte FC Trends

Scored 13 goals in 7 matches, matching NYCFC.

Capable of explosive performances (6–1 vs NYRB).

Inconsistent away form (0–3 loss vs LA Galaxy).

Shared Trends

Both teams have identical goals scored (13) and goals conceded (9).

Both average nearly 2 goals per match.

MATCH ODDS

Charlotte FC                       + 275

New York City FC              – 115

Draw                                     + 255

Over 2.5 – 130                   Under 2.5 + 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026