As the Concacaf Champions Cup advances to the quarterfinals, Los Angeles FC will host Inter Miami on Wednesday night. Both teams are driven to win this competition, making the stakes even higher with only eight teams remaining.
Miami continues to thrive under head coach Javier Mascherano, remaining unbeaten in all competitions, while LAFC is facing challenges following an offseason overhaul of their roster.
Coming off a defeat to San Diego FC, LAFC is aiming to make a strong comeback at home, especially since away goals hold significance in this knockout setup. Additionally, Lionel Messi has been pivotal, having contributed to every match this season.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, April 2
- Time: 11:30 PM ET
- Location: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California
- TV: FS1
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- Odds: LAFC +115; Draw +215; Inter Miami +210
Last Meeting
This matchup marks the first clash between the two sides in over two years, with their last encounter taking place in March 2023. Messi had an assist in that previous meeting which ended 5-1 in favor of Miami.
Players to Watch
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Noah Allen, Inter Miami: Transitioning to a defensive role, Allen has emerged as a core part of Miami’s enhanced defense.
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Denis Bouanga, LAFC: Will be a significant attacking force for LAFC, looking to penetrate Miami’s backline.
Predictions
With many new faces in LAFC this early in the season, they might struggle against a Miami side that is already looking settled. Expect Miami to secure a noteworthy victory as they aim to cement their position as strong contenders.
