Houston Dynamo FC II vs Los Angeles II: match statistics
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Houston Dynamo FC II vs Los Angeles II: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Houston Dynamo FC II plays Los Angeles II in MLS Next Pro (United States). The game is scheduled for October 18, 2026. Venue: Shell Energy Stadium.
Recent form
Houston Dynamo FC II has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Los Angeles II has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Houston Dynamo FC II scores 1.89 goals per game and allows 1.18. Los Angeles II scores 1.79 and allows 1.71. Games in this league average 3.34 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 57% of Houston Dynamo FC II's games and 75% of Los Angeles II's. The Over 2.5 rates are 61% and 71%, compared with league averages of 63% for BTTS and 66% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Los Angeles II has the higher season xG average, 1.78 to 1.69 per game. Houston Dynamo FC II takes 14.4 shots per game, while Los Angeles II takes 14.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Houston Dynamo FC II leads at halftime in 46% of its games and scores 0.96 goals per game after halftime. Los Angeles II leads at halftime in 32% and scores 0.93 after halftime.
When the teams score
Houston Dynamo FC II's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (14 goals). For Los Angeles II, it is minutes 76-90+ (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS Next Pro games average 3.34 goals. Both teams score in 63% of games, and 66% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Before kickoff
1X2 odds
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Houston Dynamo FC II | Los Angeles II | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Houston Dynamo FC II is 6% better for: goals scored per game.
1.89 goals / game - Houston Dynamo FC II · 1.79 goals / game - Los Angeles II
Houston Dynamo FC II is 45% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.18 goals / game - Houston Dynamo FC II · 1.71 goals / game - Los Angeles II
Houston Dynamo FC II scores in 86% of games (24 of 28 games), while Los Angeles II keeps a clean sheet in 14% (4 of 28 games).
Los Angeles II scores in 82% of games (23 of 28 games), while Houston Dynamo FC II keeps a clean sheet in 32% (9 of 28 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Houston Dynamo FC II
Over / Under - Los Angeles II
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Houston Dynamo FC II is 50% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.82 pts / game - Houston Dynamo FC II · 1.21 pts / game - Los Angeles II
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Houston Dynamo FC II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 46% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.6 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Los Angeles II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 2.6 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 100% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 60% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (14 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (11 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (14). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Houston Dynamo FC II
Los Angeles II
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS Next Pro).
Teams vs league
| Houston Dynamo FC II | Liga | Los Angeles II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 3.07 | 3.34 | ▲ 3.50 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 57% | 63% | ▲ 75% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 61% | 66% | ▲ 71% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 32% | 20% | ▼ 14% |
| Goal before half-time | • 75% | 76% | ▲ 86% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 96% | 85% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Head-to-head
Record from Houston Dynamo FC II's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Los Angeles II. Games average 2.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
When do Houston Dynamo FC II and Los Angeles II play?
Houston Dynamo FC II face Los Angeles II on October 18, 2026 in MLS Next Pro at Shell Energy Stadium. The exact kick-off time in your timezone is shown at the top of the match page.
What is the head-to-head record between Houston Dynamo FC II and Los Angeles II?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Houston Dynamo FC II won 1, Los Angeles II won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Houston Dynamo FC II vs Los Angeles II?
Houston Dynamo FC II score 1.89 goals per game on average and Los Angeles II 1.79. The MLS Next Pro average is 3.34 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 66% of games. Both teams score in 57% of Houston Dynamo FC II's matches and 75% of Los Angeles II's.
What form are Houston Dynamo FC II and Los Angeles II in?
Over the last 5 games Houston Dynamo FC II have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Los Angeles II 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Houston Dynamo FC II vs Los Angeles II?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Houston Dynamo FC II vs Los Angeles II: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.