LAFC are a potent club in their inaugural season. They are second in league scoring, only two behind Atlanta United FC (67 to 65), and have three players with 10+ goals. Behind them are two good playmakers in Feilhaber and Nguyen.
Where LAFC are vulnerable is on defense. They are relying heavily on former Whitecaps fullbacks Harvey and Beitashour. While no slouches, as Alicia points out below, LAFC’s style of play leaves the older veterans a bit vulnerable on the counter. The club has allowed the third-most goals of any of the current 12 playoff teams.