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Match Overview

LAFC earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Seattle Sounders at BMO Stadium, delivering a high-tempo tactical clash ahead of MLS Rivalry Week. The Western Conference contenders traded momentum throughout the 90 minutes in front of a sold-out crowd of 22,120.

Denis Bouanga opened the scoring in the 34th minute with a clinical right-footed finish, before setting up Mateusz Bogusz for LAFC’s second in the 61st minute. Jordan Morris reduced the deficit for Seattle in the 78th minute, but the hosts held firm to secure all three points.

Key Stats & Facts

• Final Score: LAFC 2-1 Seattle Sounders
• Expected Goals (xG): LAFC 1.84 – 0.92 Seattle Sounders
• Possession: LAFC 46% – 54% Seattle Sounders
• Total Shots (On Target): LAFC 14 (6) – 9 (3) Seattle Sounders
• Big Chances Created: LAFC 4 – 1 Seattle Sounders
• Pass Accuracy: LAFC 81% – 85% Seattle Sounders
• Fouls / Yellow Cards: LAFC 11 (2) – 15 (3)
• Key Milestone: Denis Bouanga reached 15 regular-season goals in just 22 appearances, becoming the fastest player in club history to hit that mark in consecutive campaigns.

Player Spotlight & Standings Impact

Player Spotlight: Denis Bouanga (LAFC)

• Flashscore Match Rating: 8.6 / 10
• Goals: 1
• Assists: 1
• Shots on Target: 3
• Key Passes: 4
• Successful Dribbles: 4/5

Bouanga dominated the left flank, creating four distinct scoring opportunities and winning seven ground duels. His combination play with Bogusz repeatedly breached Seattle’s defensive line during transition phases.

Standings Impact

• LAFC: Ascend to 2nd place in the Western Conference with 43 points (13W-4D-5L), closing the gap on leaders Real Salt Lake to two points with a game in hand.
• Seattle Sounders: Remain in 6th place on 34 points (9W-7D-7L), maintaining a narrow three-point cushion above the wild-card playoff positions.