Soccer Team News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumors
In a season that has seen more downs than ups, an injury bug run rampant, and second half collapses, LAFC have continued to fight forward. Picked to dominate the Western Conference, and finally reach MLS Cup success during preseason, the black and gold find themselves fighting just to reach the playoffs. While the former goal […] READ MORE
If I had told you prior to the season starting that one LA team would be firmly in the hunt for first place in the Western Conference, while the other struggled for a playoff spot, you’d have surely pegged LA Galaxy as the latter. However, here we sit, just 14 matches left in the season, […] READ MORE
It’s no surprise to see Mexico gearing up for another Gold Cup Semifinal, this time against Canada. El Tri have been a perennial powerhouse in the tournament from the start, going for title number 12, ninth in the modern era, this year. USA follows in second with six Gold Cup trophies. While the start of […] READ MORE
Austin, Texas will play host to one of the biggest matches USMNT has had in a fair bit. While the Nations League win was undoubtedly great, adding on a Gold Cup trophy could kickstart a run that lasts through the World Cup Qualifiers. First, however, they must get past a Qatar side that hope to spoil […] READ MORE
Last night was another example of why sports aren’t played on paper. On paper, LAFC were the favorites. More talent, on paper, looking to rebound off of a loss, and playing at home against the Vancouver Whitecaps, where they rarely lose. While LAFC were able to salvage a draw, avoiding a second straight loss, they […] READ MORE
Disappointing. A familiar theme for LAFC this season, once again left pondering what ifs, and lamenting missed chances. While it was the Portland Timbers who cut down LAFC last night, this isn’t the first time a late goal has broken the hearts of the black and gold. Last night was the third time this season […] READ MORE
After their opening day draw to Trinidad & Tobago, all eyes were on Mexico in match two. Facing Guatemala, who dropped their opening match, Mexico needed to avoid another upset. While the Mexicans did well to open the match up with constant pressure, once again, the opposition was able to sit back and defend. Guatemalan […] READ MORE
The 2021 Gold Cup kicked off amidst the madness of a Leo Messi Championship for Argentina, and a huge MMA fight. However, for those who chose Concacaf, the chaos was peak from the start. Trinidad & Tobago, most known for their upset win over USMNT in 2017, created magic once again. Withstanding an offensive onslaught, […] READ MORE
For the first time this season, LAFC have won back-to-back matches. In a season that has seen them struggle to find consistency, this recent stretch has sparked some much needed hope. In addition to being the second straight win, last night was another three points while on the road. It marks only their third win […] READ MORE
Los Angeles, CA – It was just what LAFC needed. A class performance from their star striker, a solid win at home, and three points before the team head off for a brief road trip. After a rocky start to the season after an early injury, Carlos Vela sparks LAFC in the win at home, over […] READ MORE