Esperance (0-0-1) and Los Angeles FC (0-0-1) will face off today at 6:00 p.m. EDT at Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee.
LAFC is favored at a -118 price, with the over/under set at 2.5 (+115o / -152u) goals.
Let's get into my ES Tunis vs. LAFC prediction.
ES Tunis vs. LAFC Prediction
Pick: A Moneyline Play
My ES Tunis vs. LAFC best bet is a play on the moneyline.
ES Tunis vs. LAFC Odds
| ES Tunis Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+0.5 -110 | 2.5 +115o / -152u | +350 |
| LAFC Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-0.5 -130 | 2.5 +115o / -152u | -118 |
ES Tunis vs. LAFC Betting Analysis
This match creates an interesting new position for LAFC, who start the game as favorites. On the other side, Espérance de Tunis knows this is their best opportunity to stay alive in this competition. The Tunisians didn’t show much in the first round, as they were beaten in all relevant parameters, including xG, shots on goal, and possession.
With just two shots on goal in the first game against Flamengo, the Red and Yellow managed only 0.24 xG. Four of their six shots came from outside the box, which resulted in a low xG. They are third in such attempts after the first round, sitting behind Dortmund and Auckland, who are at 100% as their only shot came outside the box.
If the Smiling One wants to keep their chances alive, they will have to do better on both ends of the pitch. They are third in fouls, as well as third in cards received. Their inexperience playing against stronger opponents is evident, as they have a more rough approach to stopping players.
