Section 128 | This is Los Angeles

Bouanga’s Leaving? Derby Letdown, & Next up: LAFC vs. Portland

The wild El Tráfico at BMO ends in a dramatic 3-3 draw — and we’re breaking it all down.
 
Denis Bouanga continued his red-hot form with two more goals, Javairô Dilrosun opened his account, and LAFC looked in control… until stoppage time chaos struck.
 
Red card drama. A late Galaxy equalizer. Another chapter in the most unpredictable rivalry in MLS.
 
We open the episode with Cherundolo’s postmatch comments and our quick reactions — then dive into:
 
⚽ Match Recap:
→ Bouanga hits 13 goals for the season.
→ Lloris nearly saves the day again.
→ Segura’s red and stoppage time collapse — what went wrong?
 
🔐 Minnesota Recap (5 min)
LAFC gets a first-ever road win in Minnesota midweek. Bouanga from the spot, another clean sheet for Lloris, and LAFC now riding a 4-match unbeaten run.
 
🌲 Timbers Preview (Friday)
→ Who should start?
→ Can LAFC close out July with a statement win before Leagues Cup?
 
 
💬 Let us know in the comments: Should Bouanga be in the MVP convo? And what lineup do YOU want to see vs. Portland?
 
🎙️ Segment Guide:
00:00 – Opening w/ Cherundolo audio & reactions
05:00 - Bouanga Leaving to Club America? Brazil?
10:30 – LAFC vs Minnesota recap
30:00 – Bouanga vs Galaxy: Goals + greatness
37:00 – Segura red card & LAFC’s late-game collapse
42:00 – The defensive wall cracks: stats & Long's absence
47:00 – Portland Timbers preview + lineup debates

LAFC Streak Continues, Gio Reyna Rumors Heat Up, and Minnesota Showdown Preview!

LAFC keeps rolling!
The Black & Gold shut out FC Dallas 2-0 at BMO Stadium to cap off a perfect start to July.
Nathan Ordaz and Denis Bouanga both found the net, with Bouanga now chasing Vela’s historic club record. We break down all the key moments from the win, highlight standout performances, and discuss what Aaron Long’s injury could mean going forward.
Then, we dive into the biggest rumor of the week: Could USMNT star Gio Reyna really join LAFC?
We dissect the numbers, injury concerns, and potential tactical fit for LA. Finally, we look ahead to Wednesday’s huge clash against Minnesota United, preview key matchups, and share our score predictions.
 
👉 Drop your thoughts in the comments! Should LAFC make a move for Gio? And how do you see them lining up against Minnesota?

LAFC Beats Colorado convincingly, hosts FC Dallas on short rest

We are back after a small hiatus and all the fever from Club World Cup. On the table, the Colorado Rapids who came to town on Hello Kitty night with a dismal road record at BMO. 
 
The Chris Armas coached team would be dismantled within 5 minutes after a controversial call. LAFC would still not find the back of the net other than with Denis Bouanga who converted his PK to make it 1-0 before half.

LAFC Loses to ES Tunis, Bounces Out of Club World Cup: What Happened?

Today we have a prerecorded episode, given Erik's heading to Orlando as a true hero and fan. After what was a cataclysmic defeat at the hands of an overly unknown Tunisian side, LAFC heads to Orlando to take on Flamengo. We let our frustrations out a bit, but now we need to know what will come out of this season, with Leagues Cup and more ahead.

LAFC Falls to Chelsea in Club World Cup

LAFC Falls to Chelsea 2-0 in Club World Cup Opener | Post-Match Breakdown 📍 Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta, GA 📆 June 16, 2025 LAFC kicked off its FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign with a 2-0 defeat to Premier League powerhouse Chelsea FC. Despite a strong defensive effort and the second-half introduction of Olivier Giroud against his former club, the Black & Gold couldn’t overcome goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández. In this episode, we break down: ⚔️ LAFC’s tactical setup and defensive resilience 🔥 Hugo Lloris’ early save and standout moments 💭 What went wrong in the attacking third 👀 What’s next: Must-win clash vs ES Tunis this Friday in Nashville 🎧 Also available on Apple Podcasts + Spotify 📺 Watch the full episode + fan reactions here 🎟️ Group D matches stream FREE on DAZN.com

The Send-Off: LAFC's Win Vs SKC and the FIFA Club World Cup

Nine unbeaten. One more giant step. LAFC leaves BMO for the Club World Cup with some swagger.
 
Guest: Marvin Chavez / LAFC X

To the World Stage: LAFC’s Club World Cup Breakthrough

From South Los Angeles to the Club World Cup—LAFC just booked its biggest ticket ever. Let’s talk about it.

LAFC vs. Club América – Club World Cup Showdown

It’s official. LAFC and Club América will battle for a golden ticket to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. In this special edition of Section 128, we break down the stakes, the matchups, and the drama ahead of the May 31 play-in at BMO Stadium — where the winner advances to Group D, facing Chelsea, Flamengo, and ES Tunis on the world stage. 💥 What this means for LAFC fans 🦅 América’s massive legacy and Brian Rodríguez’s return 🏟️ Match preview, previous meetings, and tactical keys 🌍 Club World Cup format, schedule, and global exposure This is the most important non-playoff game in LAFC history. Let’s get into it.

El Tráfico Fallout + Seattle Recap + Montreal Preview

The Black & Gold are unbeaten in seven straight, and we’re here to break it all down.
On this week’s episode of Section 128, we unpack LAFC’s 2-2 draw at Carson in El Tráfico — we had all the drama surrounding Marky Delgado, the former G.
Denis Bouanga’s ridiculous shot to Ordaz’s finish and Marco Reus’ dagger of a free kick. Did LAFC do enough?
Or was this one that slipped away?
 
Then, we turn to the 4-0 dismantling of Seattle, where Cengiz Ünder lit the fuse and LAFC looked dominant from whistle to whistle.
 
Plus: Igor Jesus’ underrated brilliance, and Ebobisse finding rhythm.
 
Finally, we look ahead to Saturday’s cross-continent trip to Montreal — LAFC’s longest away day of the year. Can this team stay hot in Canada?

LAFC Unbeaten in 5 | Vancouver Draw, Seattle Up Next & Club World Cup Playoff News

The Black & Gold extend their unbeaten streak to five after a dramatic 2-2 road draw against the top-of-the-table Vancouver Whitecaps. In this episode of Section 128, we break down the goals from Mark Delgado and Denis Bouanga, and examine the backline lapses that let Brian White score twice for Vancouver.
 
We also preview a packed week ahead:
➡️ Midweek clash vs Seattle Sounders at BMO
➡️ El Tráfico vs LA Galaxy on Sunday
➡️ AND a bombshell FIFA Club World Cup playoff announcement: LAFC will face Club América for a ticket to the 2025 tournament.
 
🎙️ Hosts: Celso Oliveira, Erik Hultstrom, and Katie Vasconcelos join up again to dissect tactics, player form, and the rising tension heading into a rivalry week.
 
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