Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles FC: match statistics
Los Angeles FC has been in significantly better form in their last five matches, earning an impressive 2.6 points per game and scoring 16 goals, while conceding only 4. Their record of four wins and one draw in the last five matches contrasts with the unstable form of Houston Dynamo, who have earned only 1.4 points per game and conceded as many as 8 goals in that period. Houston does have a 100% home record this season, but this is based on just one match, which represents too small a statistical sample. The lack of detailed away data for LAFC this season is a certain limitation, but their overall form, goal difference, and offensive efficiency suggest a victory for them. I expect Los Angeles FC to capitalize on their advantage and secure all three points on the road.
Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles FC: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Houston Dynamo played against Los Angeles FC in MLS (United States). The game was played on March 1, 2026. Final score: 0:2.
Recent form
Houston Dynamo has 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 3.00 points per game. Los Angeles FC has 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses, with 3.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Houston Dynamo scores 2.00 goals per game and allows 1.00. Los Angeles FC scores 3.00 and allows 0.00. Games in this league average 2.76 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 100% of Houston Dynamo's games and 0% of Los Angeles FC's. The Over 2.5 rates are 100% and 100%, compared with league averages of 43% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Los Angeles FC has the higher season xG average, 1.64 to 1.07 per game. Houston Dynamo takes 10.0 shots per game, while Los Angeles FC takes 15.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Houston Dynamo leads at halftime in 0% of its games and scores 2.00 goals per game after halftime. Los Angeles FC leads at halftime in 100% and scores 2.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Houston Dynamo's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (1 goals). For Los Angeles FC, it is minutes 31-45+ (1 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS games average 2.76 goals. Both teams score in 43% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Los Angeles FC has been in significantly better form in their last five matches, earning an impressive 2.6 points per game and scoring 16 goals, while conceding only 4. Their record of four wins and one draw in the last five matches contrasts with the unstable form of Houston Dynamo, who have earned only 1.4 points per game and conceded as many as 8 goals in that period. Houston does have a 100% home record this season, but this is based on just one match, which represents too small a statistical sample. The lack of detailed away data for LAFC this season is a certain limitation, but their overall form, goal difference, and offensive efficiency suggest a victory for them. I expect Los Angeles FC to capitalize on their advantage and secure all three points on the road.
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Game stats
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 | Los Angeles FC | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 40% | 40% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.50 | 0.50 |
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.
Los Angeles FC is 50% better for: goals scored per game.
2 goals / game - Houston Dynamo · 3 goals / game - Los Angeles FC
Houston Dynamo scores in 100% of games (1 of 1 meczów), while Los Angeles FC keeps a clean sheet in 100% (1 of 1 meczów).
Los Angeles FC scores in 100% of games (1 of 1 meczów), while Houston Dynamo keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 1 meczów).
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
Over / Under - Los Angeles FC
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Houston Dynamo - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Los Angeles FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.00 | 3.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 2.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 0% | 100% |
| No goal | 100% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 0% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
* 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 61-75 (1 goal). Concedes most in 31-45 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (1 goal). 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
Los Angeles FC
* 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).
Teams vs league
| Houston Dynamo | Liga | Los Angeles FC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.00 | 2.76 | ▲ 3.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 100% | 43% | ▼ 0% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 100% | 52% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 29% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 76% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 95% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
FAQ
What was the result of Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles FC?
The MLS match finished Houston Dynamo 0:2 Los Angeles FC. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles FC?
Houston Dynamo score 2.00 goals per game on average and Los Angeles FC 3.00. The MLS average is 2.76 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 100% of Houston Dynamo's matches and 0% of Los Angeles FC's.
What form are Houston Dynamo and Los Angeles FC in?
Over the last 5 games Houston Dynamo have a 1-0-0 record (3.00 points per game) and Los Angeles FC 1-0-0 (3.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Houston Dynamo vs Los Angeles FC?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.