Our prediction for this MLS match:
Seattle Sounders
Match Time & Date:
18/06/2022
21:00
Prediction: 2-2
Los Angeles FC
All eyes will be on Lumen Field when Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles FC go head to head in a highly-anticipated MLS game. Seattle aim to build on a thrilling 4-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps, and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. Raul Ruidiaz, who scored a brace in the midweek triumph, will be the man to watch in the home team, while all Morris, Roldan, and Rusnak are back from international duties.
The likes of Gomez, Cleveland, and Paulo have been struggling with injuries of late. Steve Cherundulo’s troops, on the other hand, aim to build on a 3-2 win over San Jose Earthquakes, and given their attacking potential, we believe that there is a big value in betting on over 2.5 goals. Defender Jesus Murillo is back from suspension, while Cristian Arango will be the man to watch in the away team in Carlos Vela’s absence (injury).
Highlighted Player (Jordy Delem):
Jordy Delem is a Seattle Sounders midfielder who represents Martinique on the international stage. Delem played for the likes of Club Franciscain, Arles-Avignon and Club Franciscain before joining Seattle Sounders in 2016. After making 19 appearances for Seattle Sounders 2 the Martinique footballer signed a first team deal with the MLS club in March, 2017.
It has to be noted that he played as a right back on his Seattle debut against Atlanta United (0-0). Jordy Delem represented Martinique at the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup, but he failed to impress in a 3-1 loss to Mexico. The 180-cm-tall player was born in Le Francois, Martinique and he has a contract with Seattle Sounders which expires in December, 2017.
His main position is defensive midfield, but, as previously mentioned, he is capable of playing as a full back as well. Jordy Delem has both Martinique and France passports, but he decided to represent les Matinino on the international stage.
Highlighted Team (Los Angeles FC):
Seeing that Los Angeles FC will be competing in Major League Soccer from the 2018 season, the club chiefs did well to reinforce the squad. Several high-profile players joined the club in the winter of 2018, with Mexican ace Carlos Vela being the biggest name to sign a deal with LAFC.
The new expansion team will host their rivals at Banc of California, the stadium which is planned to be opened on April 29, 2018. The venue should hold up to 22,000 spectators. Los Angeles FC will be coached by Bob Bradley in the 2018 MLS campaign and they will be wearing black and gold kits in the USA professional soccer league. Speaking of their bitterest rivals, there will be fireworks when Los Angeles FC face LA Galaxy in the Major League Soccer.
District 9 Ultras and Black Army 1850 are considered the club's biggest supporters groups and it has to be noted that they used to support Chivas USA. Los Angeles FC were founded on October 30, 2014.
