LAFC edges Whitecaps 2-1 with late goals in Vancouver

On October 13, 2024, Los Angeles FC secured a 2-1 victory against the Vancouver Whitecaps in a Major League Soccer match held in the United States. Mateusz Bogusz opened the scoring just 35 seconds into the game, marking his 15th goal of the season, assisted by David Martínez and Olivier Giroud. Vancouver equalized in the 62nd minute with a free kick goal from Sebastian Berhalter, following a handball by LAFC's Sergi Palencia. However, Ilie Sánchez clinched the win for LAFC with a goal in the third minute of stoppage time, his first of the season. This match was crucial for LAFC as they aimed to close the gap with the Los Angeles Galaxy for the top seed in the Western Conference. The victory improved LAFC's record to 18 wins, 8 losses, and 7 draws, while Vancouver's struggles continued, marking their sixth consecutive match without a win. LAFC's Hugo Lloris made three saves, contributing to the team's defensive efforts. The match highlighted LAFC's strong performance this season, as they prepare for their upcoming match against the San Jose Earthquakes, while the Whitecaps look to recover in their final regular-season game against Real Salt Lake.