LAFC Extends Clean Sheet Streak
LAFC has set a new record for consecutive clean sheets to begin a season with six, following a commanding 6-0 win against Orlando City SC at BMO Stadium. With this victory, LAFC boasts a record of 5 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw in the 2026 MLS regular season, positioning itself at the top of both the Western Conference and Supporters’ Shield standings as the sole unbeaten team in the league without conceding a goal.
Dominant First Half
Denis Bouanga achieved a hat trick in the first half, scoring goals in the 20th, 23rd, and 28th minutes, while Son Heung-Min provided four assists, helping LAFC establish a 5-0 lead by halftime. Additionally, an own goal from Orlando (7′) and a goal by right back Sergi Palencia (39′) contributed to the five first-half goals.
Final Goal and Clean Sheet
In the 70th minute, Jacob Shaffelburg made his debut for LAFC and assisted Tyler Boyd’s header, marking Boyd’s first goal for the team, bringing the final score to 6-0. Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris recorded six saves, earning his sixth clean sheet of the season—half of his total from the previous year when he ranked second in the MLS.
Upcoming Matches
LAFC will face Cruz Azul at BMO Stadium on Tuesday, April 7, in the CCC Quarterfinals, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. PT. This will be the first leg of a two-game aggregate series, with the second leg set for April 14 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc in Puebla, Mexico.
Regular Season and Broadcasting Details
LAFC returns to MLS action on Saturday, April 11, against the Portland Timbers. All MLS games are available live on Apple TV, with local radio coverage provided on ESPN LA 710 AM, through the ESPN LA app, and KFWB La Mera Mera 980 AM (Spanish) and K-Radio 1230 AM (Korean).
Impressive Statistics
- With the win, LAFC’s record improves to 5-0-1, making them the only team in MLS without a loss this season.
- LAFC’s 2026 record across all competitions stands at 8-0-2, with an impressive goal differential of 24-3.
- The team has set a club record with a 10-game unbeaten streak to start the season.
Player Highlights
- Bouanga’s hat trick marked his fifth in MLS and places him among the fastest to achieve three goals in under 10 minutes.
- Son Heung-Min established a new club record with four assists in a single half, becoming only the second player in MLS history to achieve this feat.
- Tyler Boyd scored his first goal for LAFC, while Jacob Shaffelburg made his debut and contributed an assist.
