LAFC and L.D. Alajuelense Draw in Champions Cup Clash
LAFC played L.D. Alajuelense to a 1-1 draw in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on March 10, 2026. The match featured a total of 32 shots, with LAFC dominating possession and outshooting Alajuelense 28 to 4.
Alejandro Bran opened the scoring for Alajuelense in the 44th minute, marking the end of LAFC’s impressive streak of 443 minutes without conceding a goal. However, Denis Bouanga equalized for LAFC in the 56th minute, bringing his total to four goals in the 2026 Champions Cup, making him the top scorer in the competition.
Despite the draw, LAFC remains unbeaten in 2026, holding a record of 5-0-1. The team has performed well in the Champions Cup, with a 2-0-1 record, and is 3-0-0 in MLS this year. Historically, LAFC has qualified for Concacaf play four times and boasts a strong home record of 7-2-1 in Concacaf competitions.
Ryan Hollingshead commented on the match, stating, “This isn’t time to sound the alarm. We knew going into this that it was 180 minutes. We’re tied and now we gotta go get a result in Costa Rica.” His sentiments reflect the team’s confidence as they prepare for the second leg.
Marc Dos Santos expressed optimism about the match, saying, “Draws like this, nine out of 10 times we’re going to win games like that.” This perspective highlights LAFC’s strong performance despite the draw.
LAFC will face Alajuelense again on March 17, 2026, in Costa Rica for the second leg of the tie. Observers are keen to see how LAFC will adapt to the away conditions and whether they can secure a victory to advance in the tournament.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the lineup for the upcoming match, but LAFC’s recent form suggests they will be a formidable opponent as they seek to capitalize on their home advantage.
