Erik Duenas remains ruled out with a long-term knee injury. Julian Gaines has a pelvis issue that will keep him out whilst Tomas Romero is absent due to health and safety protocols. Ismael Tajouri-Shradi faces a late fitness test after injuring his left quad. Los Angeles FC have signed Gareth Bale from Real Madrid on a 12-month contract but he won't debut for sometime yet. Lucas Bartlett remains out due to a fractured rib, whilst Joshue Quinonez misses out with an ankle sprain. Nkosi Tafari is a doubt due to a calf contusion.
LAFC sit top of the Western Conference, and are currently four games undefeated. With the best offensive record in the division, and one of the tightest defenses, it is hard to see Dallas taking anything from the game. Dallas are still up in fourth place, quite the achievement seeing as they have lost three of their last five games, and testament to the quality of their start to the season. 3:1
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in FC Dallas's last 5 away games (Major League Soccer). Los Angeles FC have scored at least 2 goals in 6 of their last 7 home matches (Major League Soccer). Los Angeles FC have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 home matches against FC Dallas in all competitions. Los Angeles FC are undefeated in 11 of their last 12 home matches (Major League Soccer).