Alajuelense vs LAFC Preview & Prediction | 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup | Round of 16

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This tie is not only closer than expected but also has a lot riding on it in this second-leg as Alajuelense seek to see off LAFC in Costa Rica this midweek.

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How to watch on TV: UK – Not televised / USA – All matches are televised on TUDN, while Fox Sports will also broadcast some matches

How to watch online: UK – This match can be streamed live on the official CONCACAF YouTube channel / USA – CONCACAF Champions Cup matches can be streamed live between ViX & Fubo

Alajuelense vs LAFC prediction

In the first-leg of this CONCACAF Champions Cup second round tie at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles last week, LAFC were held to a 1-1 draw with Alajuelense in a game in which the Costa Ricans took a first-half lead.

LAFC have some real stars for North American football, including the scorer of their equaliser, Denis Bouanga. The Californians have won four from four in the Western Conference of Major League Soccer in 2026.

Alajuelense would always have fancied themselves with their home advantage and they will be a stiff test for LAFC – and it may well be a thriller for the neutral.

Alajuelense vs LAFC tip: Both teams to score