Los Angeles FC vs Espérance Tunis Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 20.06.2025

• Date and Time: Friday, June 20, 2025, 23:00 GMT+1
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Los Angeles FC vs Espérance Tunis Preview and Team News

Los Angeles FC Team News

Los Angeles started their Club World Cup campaign being defeated by Chelsea (2-0). The MLS representatives stood well in the first half and even received some chances, but eventually the English opposition still got the best and sealed the victory.

Now, LAFC are in a tough situation and will need a victory against Espérance. Any other result will probably knock them out of the group stage.

Denis Bouanga received some opportunities against Chelsea but failed to convert them. Such errors could be costly against Espérance. The left back, Ryan Hollingshead, also had a solid performance, and his efforts will be much needed in the upcoming fixture.

Los Angeles FC predicted lineup vs Espérance Tunis

Los Angeles FC predicted lineup vs Espérance Tunis (4-1-2-3): Lloris; Hollingshead, Segura, Long, Palencia; Igor Jesus; Tillman, Delgado; Bouanga, Ebobisse, Ordaz.

Espérance Tunis Team News

The Tunisian top tiers also started the tournament with a fiasco. Playing against the Brazilian side Flamengo, they were mostly inferior throughout the game and lost 2-0 in the end.

It should be alarming for Espérance that their first shot on target only came in the 67th minute from Youcef Belaili. Most of the time, they lacked creativity and failed to overcome Flamengo’s defensive barriers.

If we can note a single player from Espérance Tunis, it was Youcef Belaili, who was the most active and energetic player. However, they should improve in the defence first, as LAFC could effectively take advantage of the free space. 

Espérance Tunis predicted lineup vs Los Angeles FC

Espérance Tunis predicted lineup vs Los Angeles FC (4-2-3-1): B Said; Ben Hamida, Tougai, Meriah, Ben Ali; Ogbelu, Guenichi; Belaili, Jebali, Yan Sasse; Rodrigues.

Los Angeles FC vs Espérance Tunis Prediction 

• Pick: Los Angeles to Win
• Odds: 2.03 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Los Angeles FC 2-0 Espérance Tunis

Against much stronger Chelsea, Los Angeles produced four shots on target and could have scored at least once. While they don’t rely much on possession, Steve Cherundolo’s men’s fast transition from defence to offence could be problematic for their opponents.

Espérance, on the other hand, looked completely dismal against Flamengo, and we don’t see any potential weapons they can use on Friday. Their best option would be to build their gameplay on counterattacks.

It won’t be an easy match for either side. We expect a tense and physical encounter, where Los Angeles should eventually gain the upper hand. Thus, our first pick would be LAFC to win. 

Los Angeles FC vs Espérance Tunis Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
• Odds: 1.78 (22Bet)

Espérance Tunis prefer a defensive approach, and we don’t anticipate them looking for reckless attacks. Los Angeles will also be careful with the ball, as any mistake could cost them the tournament.

What was visible from the first two performances of these clubs is their lack of flair in the midfield. Moreover, in meetings between opponents of the same strength at this level, the teams try to be more diligent. 

There is a lot at stake, and while LAFC are the favourites, we don’t predict a high-scoring affair. Rather, each squad will wait for their chances, and even a single goal can potentially make a difference. Our second pick would be under 2.5 goals.

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