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Bouanga’s Leaving? Derby Letdown, & Next up: LAFC vs. Portland
Section 128 | This is Los Angeles
1 hour 7 minutes 29 seconds
3 months ago
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