Los Angeles FC vs. Minnesota United prediction, odds, MLS Cup first round picks [11/1/2026]

LAFC and Minnesota are scheduled to meet in the MLS Cup first round at BMO Stadium on Sunday, with kickoff at 8:30 PM ET.

Dimers' advanced MLS model projects LAFC as the most likely winner in this LAFC vs. Minnesota prediction.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's match, including best bets and picks.

Los Angeles FC vs. Minnesota United prediction and odds

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Sunday's MLS matchup between LAFC and Minnesota, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently indicates a 58.3% chance of LAFC winning, a 20.8% chance for Minnesota, and a 20.9% chance of a draw. Additionally, the 2.5-goal over/under has a 62.9% chance of going over., according to our model.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Moneyline: Minnesota +376, LAFC -138
• Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 (-203/+194)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet for MLS Cup first round

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Moneyline: LAFC @ -138 via Novig
• Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ +194 via Polymarket

According to our MLS best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 2.5 total goals.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Correct score projections

Here are the top three most likely final scores according to our model, with a 2-1 LAFC win being the most probable:

• LAFC 2-1 Minnesota (9.8% probability)
• LAFC 1-1 Minnesota (9.5%)
• LAFC 2-0 Minnesota (8.4%)

Game info & kickoff details

Sunday's MLS matchup between LAFC and Minnesota in MLS at BMO Stadium is scheduled to commence at 8:30 PM ET.

• Who: Los Angeles FC vs. Minnesota United
• Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
• Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30 PM PT
• Venue: BMO Stadium

Conclusion

According to our computer model, LAFC has a 58.3% win probability on Sunday, Minnesota has a 20.8% win probability, and there is a 20.9% chance that the game will end in a draw.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary MLS prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.