One of the most interesting series of the CCL 2020 will start this Tuesday with the Leon vs Los Angeles FC match. This round-of-16 encounter has two strong teams, with outstanding fans, from two rivalry leagues. It is definitely a must-watch, and potentially will be one of the most exciting series of the tournament.
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Leon enters this game as the favorite due to their good run in the Liga MX. After six games in the Clausura 2020, the Panzas Verdes sit in 3rd place with 12 points and have scored 14 goals while receiving 9. Their offense will be their greatest weapon against LAFC, but their defense could be of concern.
On the other hand, LAFC has the disadvantage that the MLS season has not begun. This means that the team’s form is most likely not at its top level. Nonetheless, the California team had a tremendous 2019 season led by start Mexican forward Carlos Vela where they finished 1st in the Western Conference standings.
The Leon vs LAFC series will begin this Tuesday, February 17, 2020, at 7:00 PM Pacific at the Estadio Leon. The Mexican team will use an attacking strategy to try and score as many goals as possible before the second-leg match in Los Angeles next February 27.
Leon must be careful to defend against LAFC’s powerful offense consisting of players like Vela, Diego Rossi, Brian Rodriguez, and Bradley Wright-Phillips. The Fiera can also take advantage of their rival’s inferior defense who recently traded defender Walker Zimmerman to Nashville.
Leon vs LAFC Prediction:
This series will be entertaining, dramatic, and in favor of the Mexican side. Leon may not have Carlos Vela, but they do have a much more, well-rounded squad. Leon is also in the middle of their season, meaning they enter this match in a better form.
LAFC will have all the eyes on them as they participate in their first international tournament and want to show what they are capable of. It is unfortunate that they were drawn against such a difficult opponent for the round-of-16 when compared to other MLS teams who will face much weaker teams.
Nonetheless, Futnsoccer predicts Leon will win the first-leg 2-1, and LAFC will dominate the second-leg. Leon’s experience in difficult games will be the difference maker as the second leg will end in a 2-2 tie, giving the Liga MX team a 4-3 aggregate win.
With Leon’s win, the Liga MX will defend their current superiority over the MLS. In the quarterfinals, they will be expected to play against Cruz Azul. To watch Leon vs LAFC games online, sign up with FuboTV which offers a 7-day free preview.
