LAFC vs FC Dallas: Preview, predictions, odds, and how to watch 2021 MLS Week 9 today

2021 MLS is back with thrilling midweek games like the one to be played at Banc of California Stadium today between Los Angeles FC and FC Dallas, with both sides eager to claim a much-needed win. Here, check out the match preview, information, storylines, predictions, odds, and how to watch or stream live the game.

The hosts got off to a weak start to their campaign, being far away from where they were expected to be at this point. There's still a long way to go, though, and this match could be important for Bob Bradley's boys to get back on track before it's too late.

Things aren't better for the other side. Even though Dallas seem to have more to offer, their performances saw them being stuck at the bottom for now. They have time to turn things around, but that recovery should come soon.

LAFC vs FC Dallas: Match Information

Date: Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Time: 10:30 PM (ET)
Location: Banc of California Stadium, Los Angeles

LAFC vs FC Dallas: Time by State in the US

ET: 10:30 PM
CT: 9:30 PM
MT: 8:30 PM
PT: 7:30 PM

LAFC vs FC Dallas: Storylines and Head-to-Head

Los Angeles FC will try to get back on winning ways after failing to do so in their two previous games. Last weekend, they were held by Houston Dynamo at home. Besides, Bradley's side has only won one match from its last seven, which is why the upcoming clash could be crucial for it to finally step up.

FC Dallas are even in a worse spot after Week 8, as they are at the bottom of the Western Conference standings having won just once so far, their worst start to an MLS season since 2009. Will they end a five-game winless streak against another side desperate for the three points?

One thing is for sure, the four games played between these two sides up to now have been evenly matched. They have won one game each and tied on other two matches.

LAFC vs FC Dallas: 2021 MLS Standings

Following Week 8 action, Los Angeles FC stand ninth in the Western Conference with nine points. Meanwhile, FC Dallas sit at the bottom of the standings with only seven points so far.

LAFC vs FC Dallas: 2021 MLS Top Scorers

Corey Baird and Diego Rossi are LAFC's top scorers with three goals each, while Jáder Obrian and Ricardo Pepi are the leading goalscorers of FC Dallas having been on target twice each.

How to watch or live stream LAFC vs FC Dallas in the US

The game to be played between Los Angeles FC and FC Dallas at Banc of California Stadium will be broadcast in the US by KMPX 29, KTXA Dallas, ESPN+, Bally Sports SoCal, fcdallas.com, and FCD Radio.

LAFC vs FC Dallas: Predictions and Odds

Oddsmakers have already unveiled their predictions, and they see the hosts as favorites to win the game. FanDuel has given LAFC odds of -260, while FC Dallas have +550, and a tie would result in a +360 payout.