Seattle Sounders FC face Los Angeles FC at Lumen Field, Seattle on Sunday, Nov 8 at 1:00 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Seattle Sounders FC come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Los Angeles FC travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Seattle Sounders FC head into this on the back of a defeat, while Los Angeles FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Seattle Sounders FC face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Los Angeles FC have won 8 of 10 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Seattle Sounders FC won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Seattle Sounders FC a slight edge, but Los Angeles FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.