Section 128 | This is Los Angeles

Ordaz, Ebobisse & the Counterattack Clinic: LAFC Is Rolling!

Welcome back to Section 128, brought to you by Pitchside USA, your go-to spot for all things Black & Gold.
Today we’re breaking down a big home win over Houston Dynamo. LAFC is heating up, and just in time — because next up, it’s a massive test on the road against Vancouver, the leaders of the West. Let’s get into it.
 
Gaston (@lafcuy) is joining us. 

Late Heroics, Cherundolo’s Goodbye, and New Beginnings

⚽️ Bouanga saves LAFC vs. St. Louis 👋 Cherundolo announces he’s stepping down after 2025 🔥 A new voice joins Section 128 today — welcome Katie!🎧 Tune in as we break it all down. #LAFC #MLS #Bouanga #Cherundolo #ThisIsLosAngeles

LAFC Falls to Messi’s Inter Miami but Rebounds vs. San Jose

Welcome back to Section 128, brought to you by Pitchside USA, your go-to spot for all things Black & Gold.
This week’s episode breaks down two emotional turns for the Black & Gold. First, we revisit the Concacaf Champions Cup collapse vs. Inter Miami—Messi’s equalizer, the unraveling midfield, and LAFC’s failure to adjust.
 
Then we flip the script with LAFC’s 2-1 MLS win over San Jose at BMO Stadium, featuring first goals from Sergi Palencia and Denis Bouanga. Can this spark a turnaround ahead of a tough trip to Portland?
 
⚽️ Topics:
Inter Miami 3-1 LAFC: Messi takes over, LAFC stalls
Tactical breakdown: missed subs, exposed flanks, DPs under fire
San Jose win: Bouanga ends MLS drought, Palencia shines
Key stats: Home dominance, road worries
Previewing Portland
 
🎙 Hosted by Celso Oliveira & Erik Hultstrom (@Erik_Hultstrom)
 
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#LAFC #Messi #InterMiami #MLS #ConcacafChampionsCup #LAFCvsSJ #Bouanga

Fan Reactions: LAFC Out of Concachampions after Messi Brace; Who's to Blame for Inter Miami Win?

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We hopped on X Spaces right after the game against Inter Miami to express our frustration and let our voices be heard.
After we saw Aaron Long pull LAFC ahead of Inter Miami, we sure got hopeful... only to see the boys in Pink score 3 goals in 60 minutes, eliminating the Black and Gold from the competition and raising major questions in fans' minds whether LAFC is in good hands with Steve Cherundolo and John Thorrington in the realm.

Inter Miami vs LAFC: Can the Black & Gold Survive Messi in Miami? | Champions Cup 2nd Leg Preview

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With a ticket to the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals on the line, LAFC heads to South Florida holding a 1-0 lead over Inter Miami. Can they hold off Lionel Messi, Suárez, and Javier Mascherano's high-powered attack at home? In this extended episode, Celso and Erik are joined by Daniel and Kris (@kbatteredherons) from Battered Herons to break down both sides of the matchup. We dive into Nathan Ordaz’s breakout moment, LAFC’s surprising defensive composure, and what Steve Cherundolo must get right in the second leg. We also get the Miami perspective: Messi’s recent form (including a goal vs Toronto FC), what changes Miami fans expect in the starting XI with Busquets out, and how they’re heading into the biggest home game of the year. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro + Houston game 20:00 – 1st Leg Recap + LAFC’s Youth, Defense & Ordaz’s Moment 40:00 – Guest Segment: Daniel from Battered Herons on Inter Miami’s Approach 1:00:00 – Tactical Setups & Final Predictions 📺 Watch it live or on replay on YouTube . 📣 Drop your score predictions in the comments! #LAFC #InterMiami #Messi #ConcacafChampionsCup #MLS2025 #LAFCvsMiami #PitchsideMLS

Debriefing Inter Miami Win and Messi Shutout, LAFC visits the Houston Dynamo with Giroud and a rotated squad

We talk about the 1-0 win over Inter Miami and what was a great first 90 minutes of play between Inter Miami and LAFC. Messi, Suárez and Alba walked out of BMO Stadium without any goals, now the team looks to capitalize on the goal advantage in South Florida. 
 
We also talk about the squad for this upcoming match vs a bottom feeding team like the Houston Dynamo, who still somehow seems to always have LAFC's number in Texas. Will they prevail on the road with several players minutes managed for the Wednesday game? 
 

Slipping in San Diego, Staring Down Messi

A tough night in San Diego and a massive midweek showdown with Messi and Inter Miami—this week’s LAFC Lowdown is loaded. We break down LAFC’s 3-2 loss to expansion side San Diego FC, including first MLS goals for Artem Smolyakov and Cengiz Ünder, the impact of Igor Jesus’ red card, and what went wrong early.
Then we shift to the Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals as Messi and Inter Miami come to BMO Stadium.
Special guest Battered Fans joins us to give the Herons’ perspective, talk matchups, and make bold predictions for Leg 1.
 
⚽️ Topics: • LAFC’s 3-2 loss at San Diego FC: defensive concerns, individual bright spots • First goals for Smolyakov & Ünder • Red card fallout: should Igor Jesus start again? • Inter Miami preview: Messi, Suárez & Miami’s weaknesses • Guest spotlight: Battered Fans brings the Miami heat • LAFC’s keys to the match & score predictions
 
🎙 Hosted by Celso Oliveira & Erik Hultstrom (@Erik_Hultstrom)
 
🎧 Special Guest: Battered Fans (@batteredfans | batteredfans.com) 📅 New episodes weekly. Like, subscribe & drop your score predictions in the comments! #LAFC #InterMiami #Messi #ConcacafChampionsCup #MLS #LAFCvsMIA

LAFC’s Kansas City Statement & San Diego’s Inaugural Test

LAFC goes on the road and takes care of business with a 2-0 win over Sporting KC! We break down the individual standouts—Lloris’ heroics, another Aaron Long goal, Cengiz Ünder’s pinpoint assist, and David Martínez’s dream goal. Then, we shift focus to the historic first-ever home game between San Diego FC and LAFC. What lineup should LAFC roll out with Messi and Miami just days away? We preview the key threats, playing style, and how LAFC should approach this trap game. ⚽️ Topics: • KC Recap: Lloris, Long, Hollingshead, and Martínez shine • LAFC’s best midfield shape this season? • First trip to Snapdragon Stadium – what to expect from San Diego FC • Lineup predictions & key players to watch • Score predictions heading into the Messi week 👀 🎙 Hosted by Celso Oliveira & Erik Hultstrom (@Erik_Hultstrom) 📅 New episodes every week. Subscribe, like, and drop your match predictions in the comments! #LAFC #MLS #SanDiegoFC #ConcacafChampionsCup #Messi #LAFCvsSDFC

LAFC Survives in Concacaf & Austin FC Letdown – What’s Next?

LAFC moves on in the Concacaf Champions Cup after a wild battle with Columbus Crew, but can’t find the net in a tough 1-0 loss to Austin FC.
 
We break down both matches, discuss what went wrong at BMO Stadium, and look ahead to a huge showdown with Messi and Inter Miami in the quarterfinals.
 
Plus, can LAFC bounce back in MLS with a road win at Sporting KC?
 
🔥 Topics: • Concacaf Champions Cup: LAFC vs. Columbus Crew Recap • Bouanga’s late dagger & Lloris’ heroics • MLS struggles: Breaking down the Austin loss • Cengiz Ünder’s first start – first thoughts? • Previewing Messi & Miami in the Champions Cup • Can LAFC respond against Sporting KC, HOU and SD? Predictions & analysis 🎙 Hosted by Celso Oliveira (@celsoliveira_) & Erik Hultstrom (@Erik_Hultstrom) 📲 Subscribe, like & drop your thoughts in the comments! #LAFC #ConcacafChampionsCup #MLS #Messi

LAFC’s 3-0 Statement vs. Columbus – A Letdown in Seattle + Logan from Verde Nation talks ATX

LAFC’s week was a tale of two extremes! A dominant 3-0 win over Columbus Crew in the Concacaf Champions Cup put them in pole position for the next round and what it looks like to be a matchup against Messi and Miami.
But just days later, they suffered a brutal 5-2 loss to Seattle Sounders in MLS play.
What does this mean for LAFC’s season?
📊 Key topics:
• Denis Bouanga’s brace and Ordaz’s late goal in the Champions Cup.
• Seattle’s five-goal rout – What went wrong?
• What’s next? LAFC travels to Ohio for a decisive second-leg match against Columbus.
 
📢 Can LAFC keep up in League play while making a deep run in Concacaf? Drop your predictions in the comments! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more LAFC analysis every Monday on Section 128!
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