LAFC had control—until six minutes changed everything. A missed chance, a defensive lapse, and suddenly momentum was gone. Three goals flipped the game, turning a steady performance into a 4-1 collapse. It wasn’t the start that cost them—it was the moment they couldn’t recover from.

Los Angeles, CA — Nights like this don’t just happen — they’re built. LAFC delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, dismantling Cruz Azul 3-0 in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. From resilience to control to pure execution, the Black & Gold checked every box. And now, they head to Mexico with more than just a lead — they carry momentum and belief. Weathering the Storm Cruz Azul came in like a team that’s been here before — c

Battle all night. But not enough control when it mattered. Photo by Gabriel Lopez | Fieldtalk The LA Galaxy showed fight—but once again, not enough to control the full 90. A 2–1 loss to Minnesota United FC at Dignity Health Sports Park summed up the current state of this team: moments of quality, undone by small details. How It Unfolded After a quiet first half, Minnesota struck first early in the second through Anthony Markanich. The Galaxy responded almost immediately. Marc