Major League Soccer Regular Season - 16
Los Angeles FC 3 - 1 FT Real Salt Lake
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
11' Son Heung-Min
40' D. Bouanga (M. Choiniere)
HT
64' ↓ J. Shaffelburg ↑D. Martinez
↓ S. Spierings ↑V. Olatunji 64'
64' ↓ M. Choiniere ↑J. Terry
68' D. Yedlin
72' ↓ Son Heung-Min ↑J. Ebobisse
↓ D. Luna ↑S. Lobjanidze 78'
↓ M. Guilavogui ↑G. Dillon 79'
↓ S. Solans ↑Z. Booth 79'
84' ↓ D. Bouanga ↑T. Boyd
84' ↓ R. Hollingshead ↑K. Nielsen
↓ J. Sanabria ↑A. Katranis 84'
L. Engel (S. Lobjanidze) 86'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Los Angeles FC
Goalkeepers
Hugo Lloris 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ryan Hollingshead
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Ryan Porteous 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Nkosi Tafari
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Yevhen Cheberko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Mathieu Choinière 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7
Rating
Eddie Segura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mark Delgado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Jacob Shaffelburg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Son Heung-min 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.9
Rating
Denis Bouanga 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Thomas Hasal 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Aaron Long
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenny Nielsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jude Terry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Raposo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Nava
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Boyd
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Martínez Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeremy Ebobisse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Real Salt Lake
Goalkeepers
Rafael Cabral 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
DeAndre Yedlin 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.6
Rating
Philip Quinton 
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
84
Passes
2
Duels
Lukas Engel 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Midfielders
Zavier Gozo 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
Stijn Spierings
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
82
Passes
5
Duels
Noel Caliskan
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
94%
Pass Acc
Juan Sanabria
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
55%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Diego Luna
MAGNET
60
Activity
60
Activity
53
Passes
7
Duels
Morgan Guilavogui
MAGNET
59
Activity
59
Activity
52
Passes
7
Duels
Sergi Solans
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
Mason Stajduhar
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sam Junqua
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Jose Arias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexandros Katranis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zach Booth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Griffin Dillon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Ruíz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saba Lobzhanidze 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
12
Minutes
6.7
Rating
Victor Olatunji
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/2025 | Los Angeles FC | 4 - 1 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 09/18/2025 | Real Salt Lake | 1 - 4 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Rio Tinto Stadium |
| 07/18/2024 | Los Angeles FC | 1 - 1 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 03/02/2024 | Real Salt Lake | 3 - 0 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | America First Field |
| 10/02/2023 | Los Angeles FC | 0 - 1 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 08/09/2023 | Los Angeles FC | 4 - 0 | Real Salt Lake | Leagues Cup | BMO Stadium |
| 05/14/2023 | Real Salt Lake | 0 - 3 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | America First Field |
| 01/21/2023 | Los Angeles FC | 0 - 2 | Real Salt Lake | Friendlies Clubs | Cal State LA North Field |
| 09/05/2022 | Los Angeles FC | 2 - 0 | Real Salt Lake | Major League Soccer | Banc of California Stadium |
| 08/07/2022 | Real Salt Lake | 1 - 4 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Rio Tinto Stadium |
09/22/2025
09/18/2025
07/18/2024
03/02/2024
10/02/2023
08/09/2023
05/14/2023
01/21/2023
09/05/2022
08/07/2022
Los Angeles FC Win
Real Salt Lake Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +17
P: 12 GD: +16
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -5
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -16
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 17 | 34 | 38 | 17 | +21 | |
| 2 | Los Angeles FC | 19 | 34 | 35 | 19 | +16 | |
| 3 | San Jose Earthquakes | 18 | 33 | 37 | 24 | +13 | |
| 4 | Houston Dynamo | 17 | 29 | 25 | 24 | +1 | |
| 5 | Real Salt Lake | 17 | 27 | 29 | 25 | +4 | |
| 6 | FC Dallas | 18 | 27 | 32 | 25 | +7 | |
| 7 | St. Louis City | 18 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| 8 | Portland Timbers | 18 | 24 | 33 | 33 | 0 | |
| 9 | Seattle Sounders | 17 | 24 | 20 | 22 | -2 | |
| 10 | Minnesota United FC | 18 | 24 | 20 | 25 | -5 | |
| 11 | Colorado Rapids | 18 | 22 | 27 | 25 | +2 | |
| 12 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 19 | 22 | 24 | 29 | -5 | |
| 13 | San Diego | 18 | 21 | 32 | 29 | +3 | |
| 14 | Austin | 18 | 17 | 22 | 36 | -14 | |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 18 | 14 | 18 | 46 | -28 |
P: 17 GD: +21
P: 19 GD: +16
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 18 GD: +7
P: 18 GD: 0
P: 18 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 18 GD: -5
P: 18 GD: +2
P: 19 GD: -5
P: 18 GD: +3
P: 18 GD: -14
P: 18 GD: -28
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
LAFC's Efficiency Punishes RSL's Possession Game
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 55/100. Real Salt Lake controlled the ball and the shot count, but Los Angeles FC's ruthless finishing on the counter defined this crucial Western Conference clash.
Early Shock at BMO
The opening whistle set an immediate pattern. RSL came out wanting to dictate the game's tempo with short passing, but Los Angeles FC had other, more ruthless plans. In the 11th minute, Son Heung-Min blew the roof off BMO Stadium with a lightning-fast opener that completely altered the tactical landscape. The Stakes were undeniably high for these top-five Western Conference contenders, and LAFC immediately shifted into a disciplined low block. Real Salt Lake completely dominated possession—holding an absurd 71% of the ball throughout the night—but continually found themselves banging against a resolute black-and-gold wall. Despite Noel Caliskan brilliantly pulling the strings in the midfield and creating four key chances for the visitors, they simply couldn't find the crucial early equalizer.
The Counter-Attacking Masterclass
The Balance of play looked incredibly lopsided on paper, but the scoreboard told the only story that mattered. RSL pushed their defensive line daringly high, leaving vast acres of space behind their fullbacks. In the 40th minute, D. Bouanga punished them severely for that ambition. Finishing off a slick, defense-splitting feed from M. Choiniere, Bouanga doubled the lead right before the half, breaking the visitors' spirits. RSL kept shooting, essentially turning the opposing half into a shooting gallery with 28 total attempts, but their sky-high Intensity lacked a clinical, decisive edge. Even with a staggering 19 corners to apply massive pressure inside the LAFC box, RSL's offense was entirely all bark and absolutely no bite during the crucial middle frames.
Late Consolation
An unexpected, messy twist arrived in the 68th minute when D. Yedlin suffered an unfortunate own goal, further widening the gap and putting the game completely out of reach. RSL finally managed to find the back of the net very late in the 86th minute. The fresh legs of substitute S. Lobjanidze provided an instant spark, delivering a perfect assist for L. Engel to ruin LAFC's shutout hopes. But it was far too little, far too late. LAFC expertly weathered the late storm, proving conclusively that you don't actually need the ball to dictate the game. This impressive 3-1 victory firmly cements their spot near the top of the table, leaving the visitors to wonder how such massive possession translated to zero points.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Los Angeles FC's season?
This vital 3-1 win cements LAFC in the top three, proving their counter-attacking style can dismantle heavy-possession teams in the race for playoff seeding.
How did substitute Denis Bouanga change the game?
Bouanga provided the crucial second goal in the 40th minute, doubling LAFC's lead and forcing RSL to expose themselves defensively for the remainder of the match.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Top-Four Ambitions on the Line in LA
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. With Champions League qualification spots hanging in the balance, this clash at BMO Stadium is a defining moment for both clubs' postseason aspirations.
The Setup
Los Angeles FC enter this fixture desperate to close the five-point gap to the visitors. The home side's Form has been rocky of late, suffering a string of defeats before finally securing a gritty win in their last outing. Conversely, Real Salt Lake arrive boasting a much stronger Form rating, sitting comfortably in third place and looking to cement their top-four status. The Stakes are high for the hosts, who cannot afford to let the leading pack pull further away. Fans can expect an attacking spectacle, with world-class Stars like Son Heung-Min ensuring the offensive quality remains off the charts.
Key Battle
The match will likely be decided on the flanks, where Denis Bouanga serves as the creative engine for Los Angeles FC. He must find a way to outshine Real Salt Lake's breakout attacker Zavier Gozo, who has been terrorizing defenses and finishing with ruthless efficiency in recent weeks.
Our Prediction
We expect a thrilling 2-1 victory for Los Angeles FC. Despite Real Salt Lake's superior league position, the hosts will channel their desperation to break through RSL's lines late in the second half.